Fernando de la Rúa was an Argentine politician who served as the President of Argentina from 1999 to 2001. He was a member of the Radical Civic Union party and focused on economic reforms during his presidency, which aimed to stabilize the country's economy. His time in office was marked by significant challenges, including a severe economic crisis that led to widespread protests. In December 2001, facing mounting pressure, de la Rúa resigned from the presidency, leaving a legacy of political and economic turmoil in Argentina.