The official submitted his resignation on Saturday, June 27, 2026, via a letter addressed to President Javier Milei. The departure occurs amid a judicial investigation for alleged illicit enrichment.
Manuel Adorni, who took office as chief of staff in November 2025 after serving as presidential spokesperson since December 2023, announced his departure on social media. In the letter he thanked the president and Karina Milei, and denied the corruption allegations.
Adorni stated that the lies spread had affected his family and circle. “They have treated me as a criminal and corrupt without a single act of corruption on my back,” he wrote. The resignation came after months of criticism over trips, assets and sworn declarations.
President Javier Milei had backed Adorni but indicated he would remove him if justice found him guilty. Diego Santilli, Interior Minister, is mentioned as a possible replacement. PRO leaders called the decision correct.
