Opposition anger at former League MP's appointment at anti-graft agency

Italy's opposition criticized Premier Giorgia Meloni's appointment of Trifone Altieri as head of the anti-corruption agency ANAC. Critics, including MEP Irene Tinagli, expressed concern over appointing a politician from the League party to oversee political actions. They highlighted the potential conflict of interest, especially given Altieri's ties to Deputy Premier Matteo Salvini. The opposition also pointed to other politically motivated appointments in independent bodies, such as Giulio Centemero in the stock-market regulator CONSOB. Meloni defended the decision, stating it was within the government's authority.