Carlo Nordio

Carlo Nordio is the current Minister of Justice in Italy's government, led by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. He is the key figure behind a recent justice reform initiative that was put to a referendum. The referendum sought to introduce the separation of careers between judges and prosecutors, a long-standing demand of the Italian right. The reform was defeated in the referendum, with the 'no' vote prevailing. This defeat has destabilized Meloni's government, leading to political turmoil and prompting a cabinet reshuffle. The failure of Nordio's reform is a significant setback for the government and has contributed to the resignation of the tourism minister, Daniela Santanchè, amidst other controversies, as Meloni attempts to regain political initiative and restore credibility.