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Meloni: 'Nothing wrong with the process. I trust Nordio'

From ANSA · (10m ago) Italian

Translated from Italian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed confidence in Justice Minister Carlo Nordio amid controversy over a pardon for Nicole Minetti.
  • Meloni stated that the pardon process followed standard procedures and denied any irregularities.
  • The Prime Minister ruled out the possibility of Nordio's resignation.

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has firmly backed Justice Minister Carlo Nordio, dismissing calls for his resignation following the controversy surrounding the pardon granted to Nicole Minetti. Meloni asserted her trust in Nordio, stating that the pardon process for Minetti did not deviate from the established legal procedures, which have been applied to over 1,200 other requests in recent years.

Mi fido del ministro Carlo Nordio

โ€” Giorgia MeloniResponding to questions about the Justice Minister's handling of the Nicole Minetti pardon case.

Meloni's comments came after a meeting with Nordio at Palazzo Chigi, where they reportedly discussed justice matters. She emphasized that while other elements may have emerged subsequently, the initial handling of the pardon request was consistent with legal norms and practices. The Prime Minister explicitly ruled out any possibility of Nordio stepping down, underscoring her government's support for the Justice Minister.

Escludo le dimissioni

โ€” Giorgia MeloniStating that the Justice Minister would not resign.

This situation highlights the delicate balance the government must maintain between upholding legal processes and responding to public scrutiny. From Italy's perspective, ensuring the integrity of the justice system while addressing public concerns about fairness and transparency is paramount. The government's swift defense of Minister Nordio signals a commitment to stability and confidence in his leadership, despite the political challenges posed by this case.

Non posso dire che ci sia stato qualcosa di errato, di particolare rispetto quello accadto per le altre 1.245 richieste elaborate in queste anni

โ€” Giorgia MeloniAsserting that the pardon process followed standard procedures.
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Originally published by ANSA in Italian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.