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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How do personal opinions of judges, as highlighted in the case of Judge Antonella Marrone, impact public trust in the judicial system in Italy?
**Interview with Legal Analyst Giulia Rossi**
*Interviewer (Dario Martini):* Thank you for joining us today, Giulia. The recent revelations involving Judge Antonella Marrone and her controversial social media posts regarding Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni have stirred quite a debate. How significant do you think this situation is for the integrity of the judiciary in Italy?
*Giulia Rossi:* Thank you, Dario. This situation is indeed significant. It raises questions about the impartiality of judges and the role of personal opinions in their professional lives. Judges are expected to maintain a certain distance from political biases, and when their private comments become public, it can undermine public confidence in the judicial system.
*Interviewer:* There has been a response from the magistrates’ community, particularly among those affiliated with the Democratic Magistracy. How do you interpret their rallying around Marrone and the calls to “raise the level of guard”?
*Giulia Rossi:* The response from the magistrates indicates a defense of free expression within their ranks, but it also reflects a defensive posture against media scrutiny. By calling to raise the level of guard, they signal concern about transparency and accountability, which are crucial elements of a democratic society. However, it could also be seen as an attempt to shield themselves from criticism, which is problematic.
*Interviewer:* You mentioned transparency and accountability. The controversy surrounding Deputy Prosecutor Marco Patarnello’s comments about Meloni being “more dangerous than Berlusconi” illustrates a split between political views and judicial commentary. What implications do you see for freedom of the press and the judiciary’s relationship with politics?
*Giulia Rossi:* Freedom of the press is vital for democracy, and the judiciary must recognize that journalists have a role in holding public figures accountable. However, the judiciary must also be cautious not to become embroiled in political disputes. Patarnello’s comments, while expressing a personal view, were discussed in a judicial context, which complicates matters. It emphasizes the need for judges to remain strictly neutral to avoid any perception of bias.
*Interviewer:* Lastly, how do you see this playing out in the future? Could we witness reforms or changes in how judges interact with the media and express their opinions?
*Giulia Rossi:* It’s possible we could see reforms aimed at clarifying the boundaries for judges in terms of public discourse. There may also be calls for codes of conduct that address social media use and public commentary. Ultimately, the judiciary must balance its independence with the need for transparency and accountability to the public it serves. The coming months will likely be pivotal in determining how this situation evolves.
*Interviewer:* Thank you, Giulia, for your insights into this complex issue. It’s clear that the interplay between judiciary and politics, especially in Italy, remains sensitive and multifaceted.
*Giulia Rossi:* Thank you, Dario. It’s been a pleasure discussing this topic.
