Italy's Justice Referendum: High Stakes Test for Meloni's Leadership

• Italy's conservative Premier Giorgia Meloni faces a pivotal two-day referendum on judicial reform, seen as a judgment on her leadership.
• The reform, initially technical, has become a symbolic showdown, unifying the centre-left opposition ahead of national elections.
• Meloni has fully embraced the 'Yes' campaign, warning of powerful judicial 'factions' and risks to public safety if the reform fails.
• Analysts highlight a 'Trump risk' for Meloni, as her alignment with the unpopular US president could impact her standing.
• The referendum proposes separating judge and prosecutor career paths and altering the High Judicial Council's structure.