The decree was revealed by the presidential spokesperson, Manuel Adorni, on his social networks. It ignited controversy because it determined an increase of almost 50% in the salaries of Executive Branch officials.
“This measure was designed and executed with the objective of protecting the pockets of the caste,” the Government argued. ‘It is time for politicians to pay the cost of the embezzlement they have caused,’ the Government said. The controversy in relation to the 48% increase in his salary and that of the Cabinet triggered questions from the opposition.