Elon Musk’s effusive praise for Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at an awards ceremony in New York has sparked further discussion about the growing relationship between the billionaire and the right-wing leader, especially in the context of US-Italy relations. Musk’s comments come amidst Meloni’s attendance at the United Nations General Assembly and her meetings with tech giants like Google and OpenAI, highlighting potential collaborations in space and AI sectors. The event, however, has also drawn criticism from some Atlantic Council staff, who question the organization’s choice to honor Meloni given her stance on immigration and Ukraine.