Italian President Rebukes Elon Musk Over Immigration Comments
President Sergio Mattarella criticized Musk for interfering in Italy's judicial decisions on migrant processing, emphasizing the need to respect national sovereignty.
- Elon Musk criticized Italian judges on social media for blocking a government plan to process migrants in Albania, sparking controversy.
- President Sergio Mattarella firmly responded, stressing that Italy is a democratic nation capable of handling its own affairs.
- The Italian government's plan to send asylum seekers to Albania has faced legal challenges, with courts referring the matter to the European Court of Justice.
- Musk's comments have been supported by Italy's Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini but criticized by opposition parties and judiciary associations.
- The situation highlights tensions between Italy's government and judiciary, as well as Musk's growing influence following his appointment to a role in the upcoming U.S. administration.