U.S. President Donald Trump has congratulated Argentine President Javier Milei and credited his administration’s “strong endorsement” for helping secure Milei’s landslide victory in Argentina’s legislative elections. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump called the win “a great thing for Argentina” and said Milei’s success was “unexpected” but decisive. The U.S. President also praised his team, including Scott Bessent, Jamieson Greer, and Marco Rubio, for their efforts in strengthening Washington’s ties with South America. Trump emphasized that the U.S. is “getting a real strong handle on South America” and reiterated his stance against the flow of illegal drugs into the United States.