While judicial authorities are proceeding with an investigation into suspicions of embezzlement of approximately US$10 million within the labor union, truck driveran organization that leads Hugo Moyano is experiencing one of the most turbulent periods in its history.
This crisis is reflected not only in the courts; Guild daily managementOr, when tensions rise, salary delays and accusations fly between internal factions.
In the past few days, Employees of unions, investment trusts, and social services have started collecting their salaries in installments.This is an unprecedented fact for an organization that has historically been one of the strongest organizations in Argentina’s labor movement. Added to this is growing dissatisfaction with the deteriorating finances of social services, which are showing alarming budget deficits.
The dissatisfaction escalated to the point where posters were put up in the union-owned sanatorium in Sant Justo with messages critical of Liliana Zulet, Hugo Moyano’s wife and a person with strong influence on decision-making within the union.
Truckers’ fierce battle at soccer tournament reflects internal conflict
The tension shifted to the physical side as well. during a soccer tournament between Workers in the water and soft drinks sectorwhen it was played on the court of Argentino de Merlo, a fight broke out between the rival groups.
According to Clarin, the images released include: Factions reacting to Pablo Moyano And the others were attuned to his brother; Geronimo Moyano. According to witnesses, some of the attackers were Intrepid band members from both the river and local clubs will take part.
The tournament was hosted by Written by Juan David Alcaraz and Geronimo Moyano, He has recently made a name for himself at the union’s small table, along with his brother “Uguito”, a lawyer, and Octavio Arguello, the leader of the Chegetistas.
After that, internal conflicts worsened. Hugo Moyano replaces two players in whom he has great confidence: Executive Secretary Claudio Balajic and Treasurer Paulo Villegas. Both men are involved in a case being investigated by the Ministry of Justice of Mar del Plata for allegedly paying too high a price for the construction of the Union Hotel “Deciembre 15th”.
investigation has begun It is based on a complaint from Moyano’s historical collaborator Hector “Yoyo” Maldonado. Accounting expertise is expected to be complete by the end of this month.
In that context, This union became the setting for an anonymous pamphlet campaign against Marcelo “Feucho” Aparicio.the current union secretary and a person with strong influence in the base. The flyer has accused him of corruption, but so far no evidence has been found linking him to the fraud charges.
Aparicio, nickname “ugly” Despite losing an eye during a protest, he is a strong leader of the Collection branch, considered the union’s most militant core. His cronies interpret the accusations as an inside operation to oust him, likely facilitated by sectors close to Moyano himself.
Distance between Hugo and Pablo Moyano
Pablo Moyano still officially holds the position of deputy secretary, but his relationship with his father has broken down and he no longer takes part in the union’s daily life. I understand. Mainly at Truckers Clubfrom which the supporting structures are saved. Both he and Aparicio maintain influence over key sectors such as logistics, recovery and towing.
In the past few days, Graffiti and flags supporting both sides appeared.Both at the union headquarters and at the waste collection plants in Lanús, Caseros and San Martín. A flag was also hung on Boca’s field with the following message: “Feucio, Boca Juniors Truckers, we are with you.”
Ugo Moyano’s lack of political leadership, weakened by his age and health problems, is seen as the main cause of his internal illness. “Moyanismo no longer exists as a trade union movement.”the union’s own leaders told the Clarín newspaper.
Once a center of union power and a key element in negotiations with various governments, the organization now appears fragmented among different loyalties.
to political conflict Economic problems pile up: Delay in payment of employees; Reduction in medical benefits Allegations regarding parallel business with union leaders; As a beverage resale factory.
mission of The current leadership’s term expires in 2027.However, many within the union believe the crisis could erupt sooner. Truck drivers, once an organization with enormous political and economic power, now face an internal storm that threatens to tear it apart from within.
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