Fernando de la Rúa

Fernando de la Rúa was an Argentine politician who served as the President of Argentina from 1999 until 2001. He was a member of the Radical Civic Union party and focused on economic reform and modernization. His presidency faced severe economic challenges, including a deep recession, rising unemployment, and social unrest. In late 2001, widespread protests against austerity measures led to his resignation. De la Rúa's time in office is often remembered for the economic crisis that unfolded, which profoundly impacted Argentina's political landscape and public trust in government. He passed away in 2021.