Supporters of Argentine Vice President Cristina Kirchner gathered in Parque Lezama, Buenos Aires, to demonstrate for her release following her conviction on corruption charges. The rally, led by Deputy Máximo Kirchner, her son, saw participants waving flags and chanting slogans in support of the former president. Máximo Kirchner used the event as a platform to call for a clear selection of candidates, rejecting the idea of “default candidates” – those chosen by circumstance rather than merit. The demonstration underscores the ongoing political polarization in Argentina surrounding Kirchner, who maintains her innocence and claims to be the victim of political persecution. The event signals a mobilization of Kirchner’s base and a push for a more proactive approach to future elections. The rally’s focus on candidate selection suggests internal debate within the ruling coalition regarding its future leadership.