International
Macri and Bullrich’s party rules out merging with President Milei’s

Republican Proposal (PRO), the Argentine conservative political party of former Argentine governor Mauricio Macri (2015-2019) and the current Minister of Security, Patricia Bullrich, has ruled out merging with La Libertad Avanza, the far-right formation of the current president, Javier Milei.
The leadership of the PRO, in a party assembly held this Thursday in the midst of intense debates, decided not to merge with the libertarians. The main reason for this decision was to maintain the identity and principles of the party without diluting itself into an alliance that could compromise its fundamental values.
“The ninety percent voted for a renewal, a different leadership style that keeps the PRO as an independent party that will support this Government,” Deputy Martín Yeza, president of the assembly, told the press today.
The decision not to merge with the libertarians implies that the PRO will have to rethink its electoral strategy. Without the alliance with Milei, the party needs to consolidate its base and define its platform for the next legislative elections, which will take place in 2025 and in which half of the Chamber of Deputies and a third of the Senate will be renewed.
In an unexpected turn in Argentine politics, the Minister of Security, Patricia Bullrich, decided to break with Mauricio Macri, marking a deep fracture within the PRO.
Bullrich announced his political separation from former President Macri in the midst of growing tensions and strategic differences over the direction of the party.
To which Deputy Martín Yeza replied: “I am surprised that Bullrich and his team say that the PRO is a small and loser party; that is not done.”
The rupture has generated internal tensions in the PRO blocs in Congress. Deputies and senators of the party are now divided between loyal to Bullrich and followers of Macri. This subdivision could hinder the legislative cohesion and effectiveness of the PRO, affecting its ability to present a united front in the face of the next elections and important parliamentary decisions.
Patricia Bullrich has shown herself to be in favor of a strong and determined leadership, moving away from what she considers Macri’s “indecision”. For his part, the former president has not yet publicly commented on the rupture, although close sources cited by the Argentine media indicate that he is evaluating his position and next steps within the political scene.
Central America
Senator Van Hollen Meets with Deported MS-13 Member in El Salvador; Trump and Bukele React

U.S. Democratic Senator Chris Van Hollen, representing the state of Maryland, held a meeting in El Salvador with deported MS-13 gang member Kilmar Ábrego García, a member of the criminal group classified by the U.S. government as a terrorist organization.
“Kilmar Ábrego García, miraculously resurrected from the ‘extermination camps’ and ‘torture chambers,’ now sipping margaritas with Senator Van Hollen in the tropical paradise of El Salvador!” wrote President Nayib Bukeleon X (formerly Twitter), sharing photos of Van Hollen, Ábrego García, and a lawyer sitting together at a Salvadoran hotel.
The deported gang member is seen wearing a plaid shirt and a flat-brimmed cap, seated at a table with glasses and coffee cups. The senator also shared images of the meeting on his own social media accounts.
Bukele reaffirmed that Ábrego will remain in El Salvador and will not be returned to the United States.
“Now that his health has been confirmed, he has earned the honor of remaining under the custody of El Salvador,” Bukele added.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the senator’s meeting with Ábrego on Truth Social, calling Van Hollen “a fool” for advocating for Ábrego’s return to the U.S.
International
Pope Francis Appears for Easter Blessing, Calls for Peace and Religious Freedom

Pope Francis, still recovering from pneumonia, appeared on the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican on Easter Sunday and, with a faint voice, wished a “Happy Easter” to the thousands of faithful gathered to celebrate the Resurrection of Christ.
A month after being discharged from a lengthy hospital stay, the presence of the 88-year-old pontiff had remained uncertain, with the Vatican not confirming his attendance ahead of time.
Eventually, the pope made a brief appearance in a wheelchair shortly after 12:00 p.m. (10:00 GMT) to deliver his traditional “Urbi et Orbi” blessing (“to the city and to the world”).
Although no longer wearing an oxygen cannula, the Argentine Jesuit relied on a close aide to read his Easter message, which touched on major global conflicts.
Francis condemned the “dramatic and unworthy humanitarian crisis” in Gaza and called for a ceasefire, while also expressing concern over the “growing climate of antisemitism spreading across the globe.”
He further emphasized the importance of religious freedom and freedom of thought, stating that without mutual respect, “peace is not possible.”
International
Thousands rally nationwide against Trump’s threat to U.S. democracy

Thousands of protesters gathered on Saturday (April 19, 2025) in major cities like New York and Washington, as well as in small communities across the United States, in a second wave of demonstrations against President Donald Trump. The crowds denounced what they view as growing threats to the country’s democratic ideals.
In New York City, demonstrators of all ages rallied in front of the Public Library near Trump Tower, holding signs accusing the president of undermining democratic institutions and judicial independence.
Many protesters also criticized Trump’s hardline immigration policies, including mass deportations and raids targeting undocumented migrants.
“Democracy is in grave danger,” said Kathy Valyi, 73, the daughter of Holocaust survivors. She told AFP that the stories her parents shared about Adolf Hitler’s rise to power in 1930s Germany “are happening here now.”
In Washington, demonstrators voiced concern over what they see as Trump’s disregard for long-standing constitutional norms, such as the right to due process.
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