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Saturday Oct 11 2025 00:00
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Nobel Prize-winning economist Paul Krugman has launched a scathing attack on Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin's plan to provide $20 billion in aid to Argentina. Krugman argues that this is simply a "rescue" for his hedge fund manager friends, rather than being driven by genuine US strategic interests.
In recent statements, Krugman expressed surprise that the Trump administration, often strongly opposed to providing foreign aid for humanitarian purposes, seems eager to "rescue the Argentine version of Elon Musk," referring to Argentine President Javier Milei. Krugman added that this comes at a time when the administration hesitates to spend money to save the lives of millions of children.
Krugman's criticism extended beyond the economic aspect, touching on ethical concerns. He accused the Treasury Secretary of providing support to hedge funds with whom he has personal and professional relationships. He pointed out that several large investment firms, such as BlackRock, Fidelity, and Pimco, have significant investments in Argentina, and that rescuing the Argentine economy would benefit these companies and wealthy investors.
Furthermore, Krugman expressed deep skepticism about the effectiveness of this plan in rescuing the struggling Argentine economy. He stated that even with $20 billion in US loans, there is no reasonable scenario that can save Milei's failing economic strategy. He described the Treasury Secretary's justifications for defending this aid as a "large quantity of conspiracy theories."
Krugman wasn't alone in criticizing this plan. The US government's decision to bail out the Argentine economy has sparked widespread market concerns, with many questioning whether the real goal is to help wealthy investors who might face risks if the Argentine economy collapses. American soybean farmers have also criticized the aid, fearing its impact on their trade.
Senator Elizabeth Warren joined the chorus of critics, stating that Donald Trump should use American taxpayers' money to help Americans afford healthcare, not to buy Argentine pesos.
In short, the US bailout plan for Argentina is sparking widespread controversy, with some seeing it as serving special interests at the expense of American taxpayers, while others doubt its effectiveness in rescuing the Argentine economy. The potential consequences of Argentina's economic policies, and the broader implications for global financial stability, are subjects of ongoing debate among economists and policymakers.
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