Is Italy’s next prime minister as fascist as her critics claim? | 7NEWS

Italy is poised to welcome Giorgia Meloni as their new prime minister; their first far-right leader since Benito Mussolini and their first female leader. So why would Italians vote for such a polarising figure, and is she as fascist as her critics claim? Subscribe to 7NEWS Australia for the latest breaking news video » Connect with 7NEWS online: Visit » 7NEWS Podcast » Facebook » Twitter » Instagram » 7NEWS combines the trusted and powerful news brands including Sunrise, The Morning Show, The Latest, and , delivering unique, engaging and continuous coverage on the issues that matter most to Australians. Watch 7NEWS nightly at 6pm and weekdays at 11:30am and 4pm on Channel 7 and 7plus. #7NEWS #BREAKINGNEWS