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Italians Vote on Justice Reforms – Crucial Referendum for Meloni

Published March 22, 2026, 14:03
Italians Vote on Justice Reforms – Crucial Referendum for Meloni

Italians are heading to the polls for a significant referendum on the judicial reforms proposed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. The two-day vote is considered critical for Meloni's government, as many view it as a referendum on her leadership ahead of next year's parliamentary elections. The government seeks to amend the constitution to separate the roles of judges and prosecutors and reshape their oversight body, arguing it will improve impartiality and the functioning of the judicial system. Critics, however, denounce an attempt at political control of the judiciary. A negative outcome would be a significant blow to Meloni, who has shown unusual stability in power since October 2022.