Italy: Parliament approves Meloni's controversial electoral reform

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has won the parliamentary vote on her controversial electoral reform, at least for now. Before the vote, she had threatened severe consequences in the event of a no. The reform has been debated extensively in Italy. Critics argue it concentrates power in the hands of the ruling coalition and reduces proportionality in representation. Supporters say it provides greater governmental stability. Meloni's government, in power since October 2022, has faced ongoing tensions with the opposition over the direction of Italy's political system. The new electoral law will determine the rules for future parliamentary elections.