Italian PM Meloni Backs Trump, Rejects Left-Wing Criticism at CPAC | Watch

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni strongly criticized the Left for panicking over Donald Trump’s return to power. She claimed liberals unfairly labeled conservatives as a “threat to democracy.” Speaking via videolink at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Washington, DC, on Saturday, she praised Trump and US Vice President JD Vance. Moreover, she attacked “elites” and left-wing politicians for their double standards.

Left Reacts With “Hysteria” to Conservative Wins

Meloni argued that the Left’s frustration had now turned into “hysteria.” According to her, liberals were not only upset about conservative victories but also worried about their growing global alliances. To illustrate, she pointed out that in the 1990s, Bill Clinton and Tony Blair created a global liberal network and were called statesmen. In contrast, she said, “Today, when Trump, Meloni, Milei, or maybe Modi talk, they are called a threat to democracy. This is the last double standard, but we are used to it.” Furthermore, she stated that despite continuous attacks from the Left, citizens no longer believed their “lies” and continued to vote for conservatives.

Trump Will Not Abandon Conservatives, Says Meloni

Meloni firmly dismissed concerns that Trump’s presidency would divide the conservative movement. In fact, she claimed the opposite. “Our adversaries hope that President Trump will move away from us,” she said. “But knowing him as a strong and effective leader, I bet those who hope for divisions will be proven wrong.” Clearly, she expressed confidence in Trump’s leadership and unity among conservatives.

Meloni Defends JD Vance After Criticism

Meanwhile, Meloni defended JD Vance, who recently faced backlash for his remarks at the Munich Security Conference. Vance had claimed that Europe’s biggest threat came “from within.” However, Meloni argued that liberal elites were simply uncomfortable with conservatives openly discussing identity and democracy. “Vice President Vance was discussing something deeper: identity, democracy, freedom of speech,” she explained. As a result, she dismissed the criticism as yet another example of liberals suppressing conservative voices.

Italian Opposition Condemns Meloni’s CPAC Appearance

Back in Italy, Meloni’s speech at CPAC sparked significant controversy. Opposition leaders strongly urged her to cancel her appearance. The backlash intensified after former Trump advisor Steve Bannon made a gesture at the event that some perceived as a Nazi-style salute. Consequently, Democratic Party leader Elly Schlein labeled CPAC a “neo-fascist gathering” and called on Meloni to distance herself. Nevertheless, Meloni ignored the criticism and proceeded with her speech, reaffirming her commitment to the conservative movement.

Meloni Stresses Conservative Leadership Values

To conclude, Meloni emphasized her vision of leadership. “We serve the people, we do not rule over them,” she declared. Furthermore, she reinforced her dedication to conservative values and rejected elite control. Ultimately, she positioned herself as a strong advocate for global conservative unity.