Argentine Court Upholds Corruption Charges Against Former President Alberto Fernández

In a striking development that underscores endemic governmental corruption in Latin America, Argentina’s Federal Appeals Chamber has upheld the judicial processing of former President Alberto Fernández (2019-2023) related to a scandal involving state insurance contracts. This ruling, confirming charges initially leveled by Judge Sebastián Casanello, highlights serious breaches of public trust during Fernández’s administration.The court found direct involvement by Fernández in schemes that funneled lucrative insurance contracts from public agencies to Nación Seguros — a state-owned company under Banco Nación. Notably, these arrangements disproportionately benefited the husband of his private secretary, María Cantero, entangling close associates in potential graft.How Long...