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Corruption Probe Targets Italian Data Protection Officials

1/17/2026

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On January 15, 2026, Italian finance police searched the headquarters of the Garante per la protezione dei dati personali amid a corruption investigation.
Prosecutors are examining Pasquale Stanzione, president of the Garante, and three board members for alleged spending and corruption.
Stanzione expressed confidence in his innocence but did not say whether he would resign, despite 5-Star Movement calls.

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Story summary

On January 15, 2026, Italian finance police searched the headquarters of the Garante per la protezione dei dati personali amid a corruption investigation.
Prosecutors are examining Pasquale Stanzione, president of the Garante, and three board members for alleged spending and corruption.
Stanzione expressed confidence in his innocence but did not say whether he would resign, despite 5-Star Movement calls.