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Argentina's Supreme Court Upholds Corruption Conviction of Ex-President Kirchner

Cristina Fernández de Kirchner's corruption conviction is upheld by Argentina's Supreme Court, resulting in a 6-year prison sentence and disqualification from public office.

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  • Cristina Fernández de Kirchner was convicted in 2022 for corruption related to public works contracts.
  • The Supreme Court's ruling confirms a 6-year prison sentence for the former president.
  • President Javier Milei praised the court's decision, marking a significant political moment in Argentina.
  • Fernández's defense may seek house arrest instead of prison time following the ruling.
  • The conviction disqualifies Kirchner from holding any public office in the future.

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Appeal the conviction while mobilizing supporters for protests against the court's decision.

Kirchner and her lawyers appealed the conviction, while her supporters launched large protests.

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"…Argentina’s top court effectively banned two-term former President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner from office and upheld a six-year jail sentence, likely drawing a curtain on one of the country’s most flamboyant and divisive political careers."

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Cristina Fernández de Kirchner was convicted of corruption related to the awarding of public works contracts, specifically in the 'Vialidad' trial involving 51 highway contracts.

The ruling disqualifies Cristina Kirchner from holding any public office in the future, effectively ending her political career.

Cristina Kirchner has been sentenced to six years in prison but may seek house arrest instead. Previously, she had temporary immunity due to her role as vice president.

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