Visual artist Cosima Barnabó Monti has been acquitted of aggravated resistance charges stemming from an arrest during the presidential inauguration of Laura Fernández on May 8th. Monti was detained outside the national stadium while protesting against violence in Gaza, displaying a banner during the power transition ceremony. The charges related to alleged resistance during her arrest. Monti stated she believed authorities intended to imprison her as a deterrent to others. The acquittal occurred Saturday evening, marking a conclusion to the legal proceedings. The case drew attention to the intersection of artistic expression, political protest, and freedom of speech within the country. The artist expressed relief at the outcome, fearing potential imprisonment for her demonstration.