Argentine judge archives smuggling case against Milei-linked employee on final day

Judge Pablo Yadarola archived the smuggling investigation against Laura Belén Arrieta, an employee of Leonardo Scatturice, a businessman close to President Javier Milei, on his last day overseeing the case. The decision closes the probe without charges, raising questions about judicial independence given the political connections. The move is notable for its timing and the proximity of the accused to the government.