Meloni coalition wins Venice mayoral vote, defying polls (opens in new tab)

Giorgia Meloni’s right-wing coalition has won the Venice mayoral race. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s right‑wing coalition won the Venice mayoral race, according to projections, retaining control of the city despite polls that had suggested a center‑left lead. Centre‑right candidate Simone Venturini secured nearly 51% of the vote, avoiding a runoff and defeating his main opponent, […] The post appeared first on <a href="