Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni came to Vice President JD Vance’s defense on Saturday, criticizing the “elites” who were angered by Vance’s speech at the Munich Security Conference last week.
Defending Vance's Speech
She condemned the spread of “American liberal leftism” in Europe and affirmed Vance's stance on the continent's major threat.
Identity and Freedom of Speech
During her virtual address at the Conservative Political Action Conference in Washington, Meloni lauded Vance for delving into profound topics like identity, democracy, and freedom of speech.
Europe's Response
Vance's controversial “America First” rhetoric in Munich rattled European leaders, leaving them uncertain about U.S. guidance on resolving the conflict in Ukraine.
Meloni's Assertions
Meloni echoed Vance and former President Donald Trump’s assertions that Europe has succumbed to 'wokeness,' bureaucracy, and mercantilism.
Call for Strength
She called out those who expressed outrage, urging them to prioritize Europe's strategic autonomy, safeguarding its borders, and addressing challenges posed by mass illegal migration.