Who are the new Italian Members of the European Parliament? The list of elected candidates in 2024
Newly Elected Italian MEPs
Fratelli d’Italia MEPs
Elena Donazzan, born in 1972 in Bassano del Grappa, has a long political career spanning various right-wing and center-right parties.
She has held positions in regional councils and currently serves as the Minister of Education, Training, Labor, and Equal Opportunities in the Veneto region under Luca Zaia’s presidency.
Notably nationalist, she sparked controversy by singing a fascist Italian song.
Forza Italia MEPs
Letizia Moratti, born in 1949 in Milan, has a rich political background, serving as Minister of Education, Vice President of Lombardy, and Mayor of Milan.
She has been involved in various roles in both the public and private sectors, including as President of Ubi Banca and director of Rai.
Lega MEPs
Roberto Vannacci, a military general born in La Spezia in 1968, has an extensive military career with commendations for his service.
He led missions in Somalia, Iraq, Bosnia, Libya, and Afghanistan.
Vannacci was elected as an MEP for Lega, becoming the most voted candidate for the party.
PD MEPs
Cecilia Strada, born in 1979, took over Emergency, an NGO founded by her parents, after her mother’s passing.
She led the organization for eight years before her departure.
Strada focuses on addressing inequalities, advocating against the exploitation of fears for political gain.
Antonio Decaro, an engineer and former mayor of Bari, has a background in sustainable mobility policies and regional administration.
Alleanza Verdi-Sinistra MEPs
Mimmo Lucano, symbolizing the town of Riace for its migrant integration model, faced legal issues related to his management of funds for migrant programs.
He was under house arrest for aiding illegal immigration but has continued his political career.
Ilaria Salis, a sociologist and candidate for Alleanza Verdi-Sinistra, focuses on social justice and environmental causes.
M5S MEPs
Pasquale Tridico, an economist and former President of INPS, has a strong academic and professional background.
He assumed a leadership role within the M5S after his tenure at INPS.
Carolina Morace, a former footballer turned lawyer and sports commentator, entered politics under Giuseppe Conte’s leadership and advocates for LGBTQ+ rights.
