Javier Milei Accused of Plagiarizing UN Speech

Argentina's President Javier Milei faced accusations of plagiarism following his recent speech at the UN General Assembly, where he allegedly lifted significant portions from the popular political drama The West Wing. Critics highlighted striking similarities between Milei's remarks and those of the show's fictional President Josiah Bartlet, particularly regarding themes of freedom and tyranny. Despite the controversy, Milei has chosen to ignore the criticisms and instead shared supportive comments from American commentator Glenn Beck, who praised his address as 'brilliant'. The journalist Carlos Pagni first pointed out the overlaps, suggesting that Milei's advisor, Santiago Caputo, a known fan of the series, may have played a role in the speech's composition. This incident adds to Milei's history of alleged plagiarism, raising questions about the authenticity of his political rhetoric. The debate continues over whether Milei's speech was a mere homage or a case of outright copying.