The Argentine Senate approved the University Financing Law with 58 votes in favor, 9 against, and 3 abstentions on August 21, 2025, marking a legislative victory for the opposition against President Javier Milei's government. This law updates funding for national universities and includes the restructuring of teachers' salaries. The Senate also rejected five deregulation decrees issued by Milei's administration, including a decree that had dissolved and transformed agencies within the Ministry of Economy and another that disbanded the National Roads Directorate (Vialidad Nacional). The vote against these decrees was 60 opposed, 9 in favor, and 2 abstentions. The opposition's moves represent a setback for Milei, who criticized the Senate's agenda and salary increases for legislators. Concurrently, tensions surfaced between Federico Sturzenegger, a government official, and the president of the Argentine Chamber of Commerce over a precautionary measure, with Sturzenegger accusing the business leader of defending entrenched interests. Additionally, Milei's administration is addressing controversies involving leaked audio recordings allegedly linking the president and close associates to a scheme to divert funds intended for people with disabilities. In diplomatic developments, Milei met with Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa. The legislative actions and political disputes highlight challenges facing Milei's ultraright government amid upcoming key elections.