Argentina examines telephone records in the LIBRA investigation tied to Javier Milei (Report)
Argentine prosecutors are examining phone records tied to President Javier Milei as part of the LIBRA token probe. LIBRA, a Solana‑based token launched in February 2025, gained attention after Milei posted about it on X. The inquiry focuses on whether Milei had prior knowledge or influence over the token’s debut. The logs reveal several calls between Milei and entrepreneur Mauricio Novelli on the night the token went live. Calls began minutes before Milei’s tweet and continued as the token’s price spiked and then crashed, wiping roughly $250 million in market value. Prosecutors say the timing could contradict Milei’s claim of no foreknowledge. Recovered messages from Novelli’s devices mention recurring payments to Milei during his earlier political career, described as monthly compensation. Draft proposals link financial incentives to endorsements, and there are unverified claims of payments involving Karina Milei. All parties deny wrongdoing and assert their interactions were routine. Milei has not been charged but remains a person of interest, prompting broader debate on officials’ involvement with digital assets. Regulators in Argentina and abroad are closely monitoring the case as it develops. The outcome could shape future policy on political figures and cryptocurrency promotions.























