Argentina's top court upholds Cristina Fernández de Kirchner's corruption conviction

Former president of Argentina Cristina Fernández de Kirchner gestures to supporters after the Supreme Court of Argentina confirmed her sentence to 6 years in prison for corruption and lifetime ban from public office.

Former Argentine President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner — one of Latin America's most recognizable political figures — is facing 6 years in prison and a lifetime ban from office after a major corruption conviction upheld.

(Image credit: Marcos Brindicci)