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Rhiannon12866

(260,764 posts)
Fri Jun 19, 2026, 11:35 PM 11 hrs ago

OMG: Fed up Italian prime minister SMACKS DOWN Trump on world stage - Brian Tyler Cohen



Breaking News - Italian prime minister slams Trump for claiming she “begged” him for a photo - 06/19/2026.


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vapor2

(5,103 posts)
1. Since republicans won't smack him down someone has to
Fri Jun 19, 2026, 11:42 PM
10 hrs ago

He has no idea how much he is hated.

BigmanPigman

(55,733 posts)
2. When you lose support from an extreme right-wing politician you know it's bad..
Sat Jun 20, 2026, 01:05 AM
9 hrs ago

Being a woman put her on tRump's D-list.

"Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is widely classified by political scientists and international media as far-right or extreme right-wing. She leads the Brothers of Italy (Fratelli d'Italia) party, which has deep ideological and historical roots in Italy's post-fascist movement.Her platform is anchored in hardline conservative and nationalist principles:Immigration: Strict border security, anti-illegal immigration measures, and policies opposing mass migration.Social Values: Strong opposition to "gender ideology," the "LGBT lobby," and an emphasis on traditional "natural" families.Nationalism: A heavy focus on protecting Italian sovereignty and skepticism toward international bureaucracy.Despite her far-right origins and platform, Meloni has surprised many observers by governing in a more pragmatic way since taking office. Unlike some other right-wing populist leaders, she has maintained strong, reliable support for the European Union, NATO, and Ukraine, which has earned her praise from mainstream Western allies.Who is Giorgia Meloni? The rise to power of Italy's new far-right PMOct 21, 2022 — Giorgia Meloni is Italy's first female prime minister. She leads the Brothers of Italy party, which has a strong majority in parliament. Meloni's government is ...BBCThe Janus Face of Italy's Far Right - The International Institute for Strategic StudiesSep 27, 2024 — The election of Giorgia Meloni as prime minister of Italy in September 2022 appeared to be another victory for Europe's far right. Her party, Fratelli d'Italia ...The International Institute for Strategic StudiesGiorgia Meloni - WikipediaGiorgia Meloni (Italian: [ˈdʒordʒa meˈloːni] ; born 15 January 1977) is an Italian politician who has served as Prime Minister of Italy since October 2022."

Cha

(321,451 posts)
4. TY, BP! This all really interests me
Sat Jun 20, 2026, 03:16 AM
7 hrs ago

especially since my sister and her family recently went to Italy on a wonderful vacation.

Wonder how the Italians feel about the way PEDO is treating Pope Leo XIV?

And now PM Meloni has been one of PEDO's attacking female victims.

Looks like she's not submitting to the World's Ugliest man.

BigmanPigman

(55,733 posts)
8. My niece and sister are heading over next week.
Sat Jun 20, 2026, 09:32 AM
1 hr ago

I'll ask her about her experience later.

Deuxcents

(28,125 posts)
3. Her gestures were not anything friendly..pointing finger and empathic placement to make a point..back off lying fool
Sat Jun 20, 2026, 01:08 AM
9 hrs ago

Cha

(321,451 posts)
5. Mahalo, Rhiannon! I really like BTC...
Sat Jun 20, 2026, 03:35 AM
7 hrs ago

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He makes hIs podcast news so interesting and enthusiastic.

Rhiannon12866

(260,764 posts)
6. I have to agree, and he goes into detail on every subject that he covers - which are quite a few!
Sat Jun 20, 2026, 03:50 AM
6 hrs ago
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