LIVE: President Trump Meets Argentina's President Javier Milei at the White House!

On Tuesday, October 14, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump held a bilateral lunch with Argentine President Javier Milei at the White House. The meeting followed the U.S. government's arrangement of a $20 billion financial lifeline for Argentina's economy, which was announced just days before.

Key details from the meeting
Economic support: The bilateral lunch occurred after the U.S. agreed to a $20 billion currency swap with Argentina's central bank to help stabilize the South American nation's economy. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was expected to attend the meeting. The aid comes amid a severe financial crisis in Argentina.

Shared ideologies: President Trump and President Milei have a history of public support for one another, and they share populist and nationalist political ideologies. During the meeting, Trump reportedly called Milei his "favorite president".
Political implications: Milei's visit to the White House comes ahead of a crucial midterm election in Argentina later in October, where his party's support is wavering. The U.S. financial support is seen as an attempt to bolster Milei's political standing and support his economic reforms.

Domestic criticism: The financial rescue package has drawn criticism from some U.S. observers, particularly Democratic lawmakers who have noted that the aid was offered while the U.S. government was experiencing a shutdown.

Topics of discussion: In addition to the financial rescue plan, talks likely focused on strengthening economic cooperation, trade, and energy partnerships between the two countries. Reports also indicated that Milei aimed to negotiate tariff reductions or exemptions for Argentine products.

President Trump Meets Argentina's President Javier Milei at the White House. In this significant diplomatic event, the leaders of the United States and Argentina come together to discuss bilateral relations, economic cooperation, and global issues. This meeting marks a crucial moment in international diplomacy, highlighting the importance of dialogue and collaboration between nations. Watch as President Trump and President Javier Milei engage in discussions that will shape the future of US-Argentina relations. Get the latest updates on this historic meeting and stay informed about global news and politics.

October 14, 2025, President Donald Trump held a bilateral lunch with the current President of Argentina, Javier Milei.

Key details from the coverage:
Location: The meeting took place at the White House.
Purpose of visit: The bilateral lunch was arranged after the United States agreed to a $20 billion financial support package for Argentina.

Attendees: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was expected to attend the meeting.
Milei's praise for Trump: Argentine President Milei has previously expressed admiration for Trump. In turn, Trump has praised Milei's economic reforms.

Other details: In other news from the same day, a government shutdown had hit the two-week mark, and Trump was scheduled to posthumously award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to activist Charlie Kirk.

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President Trump Participates in a Bilateral Lunch with the President of the Argentine Republic
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Join us as we discuss the highly anticipated meeting between former US President Donald Trump and Argentina President Javier Milei at the White House, where a potential billion-dollar deal is on the table. This historic meeting could have significant implications for the economies of both the United States and Argentina, and we'll be breaking down all the details and what this could mean for global trade and diplomacy. With Trump's reputation for making big deals and Milei's commitment to economic growth, this meeting is one you won't want to miss. Stay tuned for updates and analysis on this developing story.