Italians Vote on Judicial Reform Referendum Seen as Critical Leadership Test for Giorgia Meloni

Giorgia Meloni faces a significant political test as Italians begin voting in a two-day referendum on sweeping judicial reforms.The constitutional proposal aims to separate the career paths of judges and prosecutors while introducing a lottery system for appointments.Opposition parties like the Democratic Party argue the changes threaten judicial independence and mirror authoritarian shifts seen abroad.A victory would strengthen the right-wing coalition before next year's elections, while a defeat could weaken her standing within the EU.
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