Italian President Criticizes Elon Musk's Remarks

Elon Musk faced criticism from Italian President Sergio Mattarella after Musk called for the dismissal of judges who ruled against the Italian government's immigration deal with Albania. Musk's comments, made on his platform X, suggested that Italy's judiciary was undemocratic, prompting Mattarella to defend Italy's sovereignty and democratic integrity. He emphasized that individuals preparing for significant government roles should respect the autonomy of allied nations. Musk's remarks were seen as aligning with the far-right government's frustrations over judicial setbacks related to immigration policy, which aims to process some asylum seekers in Albania. Mattarella's statement did not name Musk directly, but clearly addressed his interference in Italian affairs, highlighting the ongoing tensions between the government and the judiciary over immigration issues. Opposition politicians voiced concerns about Musk's influence, labeling his comments as a threat to democracy.