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Argentine Court Upholds Charges in National Disability Agency Bribery Scandal

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 23

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What happened

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An Argentine appeals court upheld charges against former National Disability Agency head Diego Spagnuolo and 18 other suspects in an alleged bribery scheme. The investigation focused on the purchase of drugs and supplies under the Incluir Salud program, with overpriced contracts awarded between December 2023 and October 2025. Leaked audios revealed that Karina Milei, former Presidency Secretary, and Lule Menem were involved in running the bribery scheme.

From buenosairesherald.com

Why it matters

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The court confirmed that Spagnuolo and the suspects allegedly simulated competitive bidding by using 'shell' bidders. The scandal, which broke in August 2025, involves alleged fraud against the national public administration.

From buenosairesherald.com

Who's involved

Karina MileiFormer Presidency Secretary implicated in the bribery scheme.
Javier MileiPresident of Argentina, whose sister is implicated in the scandal.

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Sep 23buenosairesherald.com