Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is facing growing scrutiny over her government's close ties to the Trump administration, a relationship that was once seen as a strategic asset. As key elections approach, however, Meloni's alliance with the former US president may be turning into a liability. Critics argue that her government's cozy relationship with Trump has led to a series of diplomatic blunders, including a recent controversy over a meeting between Meloni and Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner. With polls suggesting a tight contest ahead, Meloni's party will be eager to distance itself from the increasingly divisive figure of Trump, and instead focus on domestic issues that matter to Italian voters.
The Italian leader's cosy alliance with Trump may have become more of a liability than an asset as key elections near.
