Massimiliano Romeo has been elected as the new secretary of the Lombardy League during a congress in Milan, succeeding Fabrizio Cecchetti. In his speech, Romeo emphasized the importance of the North and the party’s original identity, critiquing internal conflicts and urging unity within the party. Leader Matteo Salvini responded by advocating for cohesion, stating that internal disputes harm the party more than external pressures. The meeting highlighted ongoing tensions within the party regarding its direction and focus on regional issues.