World Politics

Meloni’s Fight to Reclaim the West

The Italian leader has an ally in Donald Trump. With him, she can push back against European leftism.

Apr 26, 2025

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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has only been leading her country for two and a half years. During that time, she has become one of the most prominent and influential voices on the European right, emerging as a key figure in conservative efforts to push back against progressive orthodoxy.

She has also forged strong personal relationships with American right-wing figures, such as President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, seeking to leverage their close ideological alignment to her, Italy’s, and Europe’s benefit.

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Jim Harmon1 year ago

President Trump's association with Meloni is reminiscent of the Reagan/Thatcher relationship. This is a good thing and maybe the spark to strengthen the conservative influence in Europe. Britain arresting people for praying? What has happened to our strongest ally in Europe? God help us!

Nancy Burns1 year ago

I agree with this statement: …” Western civilization as “a civilization … born from the fusion of Greek philosophy, Roman law and Christian values.” [Meloni] views all three as having been eroded by progressivism and seeks to wipe out “woke ideology,” and I hope the Trump/Meloni relationship encourages others to embrace her concept of Western civilization.

Bob Hrebec1 year ago

Meloni and Trump have a huge job ahead of them! Progressives have had nearly half a century unopposed to solidify control of Europe. It has bled over to here too....Canada is under their control and we're divided. I don't know if we can stand alone but I do think we need to dump NATO and the UN and eliminate the communist progression here. Then maybe we can help Europe dissolve the EU!

Than Johnson1 year ago

The stronger the relationship with Italy, the better for US and Western Europe. Russia is still the nemesis. A coordinated alignment with Western European counties that have their respective armies/navy’s to defend themselves first and utilize US protection second means a safer environment to fight Communistic and radical Islamic spread.

Monty Mickle1 year ago

Meloni is the voice of reason