Argentina Bars Journalists from Presidential Palace

The government of Argentine President Javier Milei has restricted journalists from entering the presidential palace, Casa Rosada, in a move that has sparked concerns over press access and media freedom.

The decision was confirmed on Thursday by government communications secretary Javier Lanari, who said the measure followed a security complaint linked to the presidential residence.

In a statement posted on X, Lanari said accreditation data for journalists working inside the Casa Rosada had been revoked as a precaution after what authorities described as an alleged incident of illegal surveillance within the building.

He added that the decision was taken solely to protect national security.

Around 60 accredited reporters will now be temporarily barred from working inside the government headquarters.

Officials indicated that the move may be linked to an incident involving two television journalists who reportedly filmed in restricted areas of the presidential complex without authorization.

President Milei also used social media to criticize members of the press, describing some journalists in highly inflammatory terms and challenging media organizations to justify their conduct.

The restrictions mark a significant escalation in tensions between the Argentine government and parts of the press, raising renewed debate over transparency, access to government institutions, and media freedoms in the country.