Italians participate in important justice referendum testing Meloni’s leadership

Italians are voting in a two-day referendum on judicial reforms proposed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, who claims the changes will enhance judicial independence. Critics argue that the reforms, which include restructuring the Superior Council of the Judiciary, could undermine judicial autonomy and lead to political interference. With opinion polls showing a tight race, a defeat for Meloni could challenge her stable coalition government ahead of next year’s parliamentary elections. Preliminary results are expected on Monday.

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