On September 19, a coalition of protesters gathered in Esquel, a town in the Chubut province of Argentina, to voice opposition to the administration of President Javier Milei. The event, referred to as the “march of anger,” brought together a wide demographic of participants, including students, retirees, labor workers, and Indigenous groups.

At the center of the protest were concerns regarding the environmental and social impacts of mega-mining projects and the government's approach to land ownership. Participants expressed strong disapproval of policies they believe facilitate the “foreignisation” of natural resources, specifically water and soil. Activists, such as 84-year-old chemistry professor Marta Sahores, argued that the current administration’s encouragement of land sales threatens local sovereignty and environmental stability. The protesters utilized slogans such as “The land is not for sale” to emphasize their rejection of the president's economic agenda.

The demonstration highlights a growing tension in Argentina between the government’s push for deregulation and foreign investment and the concerns of local communities regarding the long-term management of natural resources. While the protest in Esquel was a specific focal point, it reflects broader national debates regarding how the Milei administration balances economic growth with environmental protection and public land rights. The government has not yet provided a direct response to this specific demonstration, though the administration has consistently maintained that its reforms are necessary to stabilize the national economy.