Lega leaders meet in Rome to resolve internal tensions

Matteo Salvini and the northern regional leaders of the Lega party have held a strategic meeting in Rome to address internal tensions and define a programmatic manifesto ahead of the Pontida gathering. The meeting included regional governors Massimiliano Fedriga, Attilio Fontana, Maurizio Fugatti, and Luca Zaia.

The discussions aimed to resolve friction regarding the party's political identity, specifically the tension between Salvini's nationalistic/sovereignist direction and the traditional northern focus of the regional leaders. While some internal disputes persist—including the potential replacement of Senate group leader Massimiliano Romeo—the party issued a statement describing the atmosphere as one of “absolute collaboration.”

Salvini emphasized his commitment to the party's leadership, stating he is ready to share responsibilities with regional leaders while maintaining his role as secretary. The group intends to focus on upcoming economic challenges and the budget law, seeking to present a unified front that highlights both national policy and successful regional governance.