Javier Milei has been Argentina's president since December 10, 2023, after winning the runoff with 55.65% of the vote ([official results](https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elecciones_presidenciales_de_Argentina_de_2023)), and will seek re-election on October 24, 2027. A 55-year-old economist (he turns 56 on Thursday, October 22), he leads the polls a year before the vote: 31% against 25% for Axel Kicillof, according to Equipo Mide as cited by Ámbito.
This profile is part of Vivarae News coverage of Argentina's 2027 presidential election. It includes only public facts with sources and is updated at this same address.
Who Javier Milei is: key facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Full name | Javier Gerardo Milei |
| Born | October 22, 1970, Palermo, Buenos Aires |
| Profession | Economist (University of Belgrano, 1993) |
| Party | La Libertad Avanza |
| Current office | President of Argentina (since December 10, 2023) |
| Vice president | Victoria Villarruel |
| Previous office | National deputy for the City of Buenos Aires (2021-2023) |
Biographical data come from his Wikipedia entry, which cites the original sources. Milei studied economics at the University of Belgrano, graduating in 1993, and did postgraduate studies at the Institute for Economic and Social Development (IDES); he also took courses at Torcuato Di Tella University, which said he did not complete that program.
His career before politics
| Period | Activity |
|---|---|
| 1983-1989 | Goalkeeper in the youth divisions of Chacarita Juniors |
| Youth | Singer in Everest, a Rolling Stones cover band |
| 1996-2002 | Senior economist at HSBC |
| 2002-2003 | Chief economist at Máxima AFJP |
| 2008-2021 | Economist at Corporación América |
| From 2004 | University lecturer in macroeconomics |
In the 2010s he became known as a TV and radio pundit, defending ideas from the Austrian school of economics and libertarianism. He has published several books, such as *El camino del libertario* (2022).
How he reached the presidency
Milei entered politics in 2021, when he was elected national deputy for the City of Buenos Aires. Two years later he won the presidency, according to the official results compiled in the 2023 election entry:
| Election | Date | Milei's result |
|---|---|---|
| Presidential primaries (PASO) | August 13, 2023 | 29.86%, most-voted |
| First round | October 22, 2023 | 29.99%, second behind Sergio Massa |
| Runoff | November 19, 2023 | 55.65% (14,554,560 votes) against 44.35% for Massa |
| National midterms | October 26, 2025 | La Libertad Avanza first with about 41% |
In the 2025 midterms, La Libertad Avanza won 40.84% with more than 97% of polling stations counted, according to the National Electoral Chamber, and around 41.5% in the deputies' race, according to International IDEA. Weeks earlier, on September 7, it had lost the Buenos Aires provincial election to the Peronists.
The ideas he defends
Milei describes himself as a libertarian and, philosophically, an anarcho-capitalist. In the 2023 campaign he proposed dollarizing the economy and closing the Central Bank, sharply cutting public spending and the number of ministries, and deregulating the economy. As president he cut spending and deregulated, while dollarization did not happen. In foreign policy he aligned with the United States and Israel.
Javier Milei's government in figures
On taking office, Milei reduced the number of ministries and launched a fiscal adjustment aimed at eliminating the deficit and bringing down inflation. His main reform, the Ley Bases, was approved by Congress in 2024. Annual inflation fell sharply, although in 2026 it rose again on a year-on-year basis:
| Year | Annual inflation in Argentina |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 211.4% |
| 2024 | 117.8% |
| 2025 | 31.5% |
| 12 months to September 2026 | 33.4% (1.9% in the month) |
Annual figures are from the IMF and the 2026 figure from INDEC, according to Canal 26. The full series is in Argentina's inflation year by year. The 2026 economic debate centers on the exchange rate (see the dollar in Argentina and the strong peso) and country risk.
His administration has also faced controversy. The best known was his promotion, on February 14, 2025, of the $LIBRA cryptocurrency on his X account; the token collapsed hours later, Milei deleted the post and the case led to court investigations and a congressional inquiry, according to the entry on the case. Milei has denied any wrongdoing.
Javier Milei and the 2027 election
The Constitution allows one consecutive re-election, so Milei can run. His sister Karina Milei, general secretary of the presidency and his closest political ally, said in July 2026 that her "great goal" is the president's re-election, according to Filo News. Milei himself confirmed he will run, according to Política y Medios.
| Pollster | Fieldwork | Milei | Kicillof |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipo Mide | Sep 18-25, 2026 | 31% | 25% |
| Explanans | Sep 2-9, 2026 | 38.5% | 24.0% |
| Consultora Tendencias | Aug 24-29, 2026 | 32.4% | 33.7% |
| Synopsis (runoff) | Sep 8-15, 2026 | 43.1% | 42.0% |
According to Equipo Mide, 57% say they would never vote for Milei, against 53% for Kicillof, and approval of his administration is around 35%, according to Zentrix and Synopsis, cited by Perfil. His most likely main rival is the Buenos Aires governor (see Axel Kicillof's profile). His salary as president is in how much Argentina's president earns.
How to cite this data
You may use the data on this page if you credit the original source and Vivarae News. Suggested citation: "Javier Milei: who he is, his career, his government and his 2027 bid", Vivarae News, updated 20 October 2026, https://vivaraenews.com/en/javier-milei-who-he-is-career-government-and-2027-bid/. We update this profile at the same address as the campaign progresses.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Javier Milei?
An Argentine economist born on October 22, 1970, president of Argentina since December 10, 2023 for La Libertad Avanza.
What share of the vote did Milei win?
55.65% in the November 19, 2023 runoff, against 44.35% for Sergio Massa.
Can Milei be re-elected in 2027?
Yes. Argentina's Constitution allows one consecutive re-election, and Milei has confirmed he will run.
When does Milei's term end?
On December 10, 2027. The presidential election is on October 24, 2027.
How much inflation has there been under Milei?
According to the IMF, 117.8% in 2024 and 31.5% in 2025, after 211.4% in 2023. As of September 2026, INDEC shows 33.4% over twelve months.
