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Argentine Government Appoints Man Who Endorsed Anti-Semitic Conspiracies as Secretary of Worship

Sánchez's appointment has been mired in controversy (Credit: Cámara de Diputados Argentina)

Argentine president Javier Milei has repeatedly expressed willingness to convert to Judaism, engaging with a sector of the country's Jewish community and often quoting the Old Testament.

However, his administration has already appointed two different people who have made openly antisemitic remarks, drawing a sharp rebuke from community members. Authorities confirmed on Monday that the next Worship secretary will be former Congressman Francisco Sánchez.

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