"A delegation from Argentina was en route to Washington, D.C. when they were blindsided by a visa agreement being paused, Axios reported on Thursday, citing multiple people familiar with the situation. The outlet reported that the last-minute change was due to a lack of communication about the agreement between Noem and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Rubio and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles reportedly wrote a memo informing officials they need authorization to finalize such agreements."
"Part of the deal of getting back into the program was an agreement to use more products from the United States and to stop using computer systems made in China, Axios reported. Under President Javier Milei's leadership, Argentina is becoming an even stronger friend to the United States more committed than ever to border security for both of our nations, Noem wrote."
A lack of communication between Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and other administration officials led to a pause on a visa waiver agreement with Argentina while an Argentine delegation was en route to Washington, D.C. Noem had announced Argentina's reentry to the Visa Waiver Program, which allows 90-day visits without a visa; Argentina had been removed from the program in 2002. The return deal included commitments to use more U.S. products and to stop using Chinese computer systems. Concerns from Secretary of State Marco Rubio about Argentina's government and corruption allegations contributed to hesitation. DHS said there is currently no agreement but expressed willingness to continue working with Argentina.
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