Argentine Retirees Protest Met With Police Brutality

Argentine Retirees Face Police Brutality During Protest for Better Living Conditions Buenos Aires, Argentina – On May 22, 2025, a protest by retirees in Buenos Aires turned violent when police responded with tear gas and physical force. The retirees were demonstrating for improved living conditions and pensions, highlighting the economic struggles faced by many Argentinians. The video footage shows protestors chanting slogans and holding signs demanding better treatment. One retiree, interviewed on camera, stated, "They should be ashamed of themselves! Beating up a retiree just to eat!" The video also captures moments of intense confrontation between police and protestors. A journalist, whose press credentials were shown to the police, was also affected by the violence. Another protestor's quote: "Our homeland is our pension!" The event underscores the growing social unrest in Argentina and the government's response to public dissent. The protest serves as a stark reminder of the economic inequalities affecting vulnerable populations.