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Meloni's Controversial Judicial Reform Sparks March Referendum

3/15/2026

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Giorgia Meloni, Italy's prime minister, is pushing a judicial reform to separate the roles of judges and prosecutors.
The reform would create distinct magistrate career paths and establish a new disciplinary court chosen by random lot.
Critics say the changes could undermine judicial independence and increase political influence.
A referendum is set for March 22-23.
Meloni has dismissed concerns about stability.

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Story summary

Giorgia Meloni, Italy's prime minister, is pushing a judicial reform to separate the roles of judges and prosecutors.
The reform would create distinct magistrate career paths and establish a new disciplinary court chosen by random lot.
Critics say the changes could undermine judicial independence and increase political influence.
A referendum is set for March 22-23.
Meloni has dismissed concerns about stability.