The mole hunt has begun among the red robes. The scoop from , which yesterday published the anti-Meloni post by Antonella Marrone, the AreaDg judge, drove the members of this left-wing current crazy. Marrone is the Rome magistrate who signed some of the measures suspending the detention of migrants in Albania, with the consequence that this morning they had already returned to Italy. In the chats and messages between the magistrates a real tom tam has started to ask to raise the level of guard, since it is considered unacceptable that the press dares to delve into the (recent) past and into the ideas expressed publicly by the judges. We need to remember what Marrone wrote on 12 September 2022, shortly before the political elections. He had taken a screenshot of a post by Giorgia Meloni with which the future prime minister wished her daughter a happy first day at school. This photo was published on his WhatsApp “status”, with the following comment: «Ah, isn’t it anger, ego, ambition and envy that drives it? Hearing her speak in that angry voice seemed the opposite to me. I must have been wrong.”
It is the second time that the red robes protest against . It also happened last October 20, when the deputy prosecutor of Cassation Marco Patarnello of the Democratic Magistracy wrote in an ANM mailing list that Meloni is more dangerous than Silvio Berlusconi because she has no investigations. Immediately afterwards he received the support of the left, with Avs senator Ilaria Cucchi suing to find out the source of this news, in spite of freedom of the press. Incidentally, Patarnello’s movement celebrated its sixtieth anniversary in the Capitol last Saturday and Sunday. On that occasion, judge Silvia Albano, who was the first to “free” 12 migrants in Albania in mid-October, on the eve of Marrone’s sentence, anticipated the orientation of the Court of Rome on the need to get illegal immigrants out of the CPR in based on the interpretation of a ruling of the European Court of Justice.
The magistrate then added that “nothing can be done about the supremacy of European law, it is the government that seeks conflict”. A preview that provoked the reaction of Forza Italia group leader Maurizio Gasparri in the Senate, who asked the Keeper of the Seals Carlo Nordio to send inspectors to the immigration section of the Court of Rome. The line of these judges from the DG Area and Democratic Magistracy is fully supported by the president of the ANM Giuseppe Santalucia, according to whom “the situation has even worsened” compared to the times of Silvio Berlusconi, because previously the “red robes” were the public prosecutors , while now the red robes are everywhere, even in the civil courts and anyone who takes an unwelcome measure turns red.” It’s a shame that those red robes then write verbatim that the FdI leader “has a loud angry voice” and is dominated by “ego, envy and ambition”.
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What insights does Luca Romano provide on the relationship between the judiciary and politics in Italy?
**Interview with Legal Analyst Luca Romano**
**Dario Martini:** Thank you for joining us, Luca. There has been a significant reaction among magistrates regarding the post from Judge Antonella Marrone about Giorgia Meloni. What do you think prompted this response?
**Luca Romano:** Thank you for having me, Dario. The reaction is rooted in a combination of political sensitivity and the judiciary’s role in society. Judge Marrone’s comments, which questioned Meloni’s motives, come at a time when the judiciary is already under scrutiny for its relationship with politics. The increase in internal communication within magistrates about guarding against media scrutiny reflects a heightened awareness of their public image.
**Dario Martini:** It seems that there is a divide within the magistracy, especially after Marco Patarnello’s comments on Meloni being more dangerous than Berlusconi. What does this indicate about the current political climate?
**Luca Romano:** Absolutely. The divide highlights the underlying tensions between different judicial ideologies and political affiliations. Patarnello’s remarks, in particular, reveal a fear among some magistrates about the current political leadership. The comparison to Berlusconi suggests an apprehension about Meloni’s lack of scrutiny, which some feel empowers her despite her controversial policies. This difference of opinion can lead to a fracturing within the judicial community.
**Dario Martini:** There are also allegations concerning the press’s role in all of this. Do you think the media is overstepping its bounds, or is it vital for transparency?
**Luca Romano:** Transparency is absolutely crucial in a democracy. While some members of the judiciary may feel that media coverage is an intrusion, public scrutiny is an essential check on power. The challenge is ensuring that such coverage is responsible and does not compromise the judiciary’s independence or integrity. Discussions among magistrates, as we see now, underline the tension between protecting the profession and the need for accountability to the public.
**Dario Martini:** with the recent decisions regarding migrant detention, how does this situation impact public perception of the judiciary?
**Luca Romano:** The public perception of the judiciary is likely to be polarized. Decisions made by judges like Marrone regarding migrant detention can be viewed through a humanitarian lens, but they can also be construed as politically charged, especially when viewed by supporters of a tougher immigration policy. This dynamic furthers the narrative of a judiciary caught in the crossfire of political agendas, weighing the laws against societal needs. As such, the magistracy must tread carefully to maintain its credibility and public trust.
**Dario Martini:** Thank you for your insights, Luca. It seems we are witnessing a complex interplay of politics, jurisprudence, and public opinion.
**Luca Romano:** Thank you, Dario. It is indeed a critical moment for the judiciary in Italy, and how they navigate this will be telling for the future of legal and political interactions.
