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Former Argentine President Faces Corruption Trial

Argentine courts have ordered ex‑President Alberto Fernández to stand trial over alleged fraud involving government insurance contracts during his 2019‑2023 term.

Key Allegations

• Fernández is accused of enabling a “permissive environment” that allowed his inner circle to profit from insurance policies.
• The broker alleged to have ties with Fernández’s office was reportedly the husband of his former personal secretary.
• Judge Sebastian Casanello determined Fernández had “created and enabled” this environment, according to Argentina’s The Nation.

Defendant’s Response

Fernández, 66, denied any misconduct during a recent interrogation. Defense lawyer Mariana Barbitta called the judge’s decision “arbitrary and unfounded” and said the team would appeal.

Additional Legal Actions

• The former secretary, her husband, and about 30 others will also face trial.
• A separate domestic‑abuse case is pending after ex‑partner Fabiola Yáñez filed a complaint accusing Fernández of assault.

Asset Freeze

Judge Casanello froze roughly $11 million of Fernández’s assets, as noted in the Thursday ruling.

Political Context

Fernández’s Peronist movement has long been afflicted by corruption allegations. Former Peronist President Cristina Kirchner is currently serving a six‑year sentence under house arrest for fraud related to public‑works contracts.