Argentina government advances tough-on-crime law package as campaign centerpiece

The Argentine government is finalizing a legislative package to stiffen penalties for crimes including motochorro thefts, home invasions, bank-exit robberies, and illegal entry by foreigners, with a general increase for drug-related offenses. The move signals a law-and-order pivot ahead of elections, though the draft is not yet public and legislative prospects remain uncertain. This marks a deliberate campaign focus rather than a response to a specific incident.