Kirchner's Lifetime Ban: Argentina's Supreme Court Upholds Prison Sentence

Argentina's Supreme Court delivers a final blow to Cristina Fernández de Kirchner's political career. The former president's six-year prison sentence and lifetime ban from holding public office have been upheld, dashing her hopes of running in the upcoming September elections. The ruling stems from the long-running 'Vialidad' corruption case, which involved the allegedly illicit awarding of lucrative public works contracts. While Kirchner maintains her innocence and claims political persecution, the Supreme Court's unanimous decision marks a significant turning point in her career and Argentinan politics. Her supporters are outraged, while opponents see it as justice served. The implications for the upcoming elections remain to be seen.