Meloni Sworn in as Italy’s President
Giorgia Meloni is Italy’s first female prime minister. She was sworn in on September 25, 2022. A recent vote loss has changed her position.
Giorgia Meloni has worked to become prime minister for many years. She is 49 years old. She is now the leader of Italy. The country has never had a female prime minister before. A recent referendum vote did not go as she hoped.
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Highlights
Meloni Becomes Italy's PM
Giorgia Meloni became Italy’s first female prime minister on September 25, 2022.
Referendum Defeat Impacts Meloni
A recent referendum defeat challenged Meloni’s popularity.
Meloni Takes Presidential Role
Giorgia Meloni was sworn in as President of Italy.
Meloni’s Rise from Background
Her rise is based on a narrative of her working-class background.
Significant Moment for Leadership
The referendum defeat signals a turning point in her leadership.