Santiago Viola, the new Deputy Minister of Justice in Argentina, has officially taken his oath as a member of the Council of the Magistracy, which oversees the selection and indictment of national and federal judges and administers the country's judiciary system. This event took place in the Supreme Court of Argentina during a ceremony led by the court's three judges: Horacio Rosatti, Carlos Rosenkrantz, and Ricardo Lorenzetti. The Minister of Justice, Juan Bautista Mahiques, was also present, reinforcing the government's commitment to reshaping the judiciary under the Milei administration.

Viola's appointment reflects his close affiliation with Karina Milei, the Secretary-General of the Presidency and sister of President Javier Milei. As someone trusted by the Milei family, Viola has played a pivotal role in the Libertad Avanza party's electoral success, which ultimately brought Javier Milei to the presidency. His new position in the Council signifies the Milei government's intention to exert influence over the judiciary, an area that is crucial for their political agenda.

The Council of the Magistracy is a significant body within Argentina's judicial framework, tasked with essential responsibilities that include the appointment of judges and ensuring accountability within the judicial system. Viola's role as a representative of the Milei government may involve steering judicial appointments and reforms aligned with the administration's objectives, raising questions about the potential impacts on judicial independence and the prospects for reforms in Argentina’s justice system.