In the second installment of the Fanpage investigation into neo-fascism in National Youth, a youth movement affiliated with FdI, controversy has been reignited once again. New images and audio have emerged that highlight key elements of Gn, who are also members of party and government staff, engaging in behavior that is anti-Semitic, pro-fascist and unacceptable.
This has led to significant consequences, such as Flaminia Paci leaving the National Council and Elisa Segnini stepping down as head of secretary of the deputy Ylenja Lucaselli. The head of FdI Organization, Giovanni Donzelli, has stated unequivocally that there is no place for racists, extremists or anti-Semites within Fratelli d’Italia. He expressed solidarity with Senator Ester Mieli, who was targeted with anti-Semitic insults and condemned the behavior as reprehensible and criminal.
The Jewish Community of Rome has also issued a message of condemnation regarding the anti-Semitic behavior captured in the investigation. It is clear that actions are being taken to address and rectify the situation within FdI to ensure that such behavior is not tolerated. The opposition is calling for a strong stance from Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to distance herself from the behavior exhibited by members of FdI. It remains to be seen how this situation will unfold in the coming days and weeks but one thing is certain – it will continue to spark controversy and debate among Italian political leaders and citizens alike.
