Argentina's Milei warns of 'shock' austerity as he takes office
UENOS AIRES — Argentina’s President Javier Milei took office on Monday with a stark warning to citizens to brace themselves for painful austerity measures as he seeks to cut spending and curb triple-digit inflation, all with empty coffers.The 53-year-old libertarian addressed thousands of supporters from the steps of Congress, who waved flags and chanted “freedom!” and