Overview

• Giorgia Meloni’s Brothers of Italy party faces criticism from Rachele Mussolini, who finds its policies too extreme.
• Rachele Mussolini advocates for more inclusive policies towards LGBTQ individuals and easier citizenship for migrant children.
• Brothers of Italy has historical ties to post-war neo-fascist movements, despite efforts to rebrand as mainstream conservative.
• Rachele Mussolini joins Forza Italia, a more centrist party, aligning with her moderate political views.
• Her departure highlights ongoing tensions within Italy’s right-wing parties over civil rights and immigration policies.