Video footage shows Argentine President Javier Millei and former President Donald Trump warmly greeting each other backstage at the 2024 Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Washington, D.C., on Saturday afternoon. .
The exchange between the two politicians, who have been vocal supporters of each other, appeared friendly and peaceful. During the meeting, Miley could be seen approaching Trump with arms outstretched as he shouted “Mr. President!” (Related: Exclusive Preview: President Trump details America First agenda in CPAC speech)
After shaking hands, the two hugged and Miley gave Trump a firm pat on the back before he could be heard happily declaring that it was an “honour” to meet him. Ta. The two could be heard praising each other's work as Village People's “YMCA” played in the background over the crowd of conference attendees.
“I am very satisfied. You are very generous to me. Thank you, I am very happy. [to meet you]” said Millay.
“You're doing a great job. I'm so proud of you. Maga! Make Argentina great again,” President Trump said, looking at Milay.
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— Dan Scavino Jr.🇺🇸🦅 (@DanScavino) February 24, 2024
Miley and Trump continued to pose for photos before the two leaders returned to exchanging compliments. Toward the end of the meeting, Miley could be heard predicting that the next time she meets Trump, he will be the 47th president of the United States.
“I hope so, too,” President Trump said.
Millay, a liberal politician and former Argentine economist, won the country's presidential seat in November 2023 by specifically opposing Argentina's socialist policies. During his campaign, Mr. Millay promised to end Argentina's rampant inflation and abolish half of its government institutions, often blaming left-wing policies for the country's economic malaise and poverty.
Following Mr. Miley's victory, Mr. Trump took the following steps: Social media He said he was “very proud” of the leader as he celebrated his country's victory.
“I'm so proud of you. You're going to turn the country around and make Argentina great again,” President Trump said.
