Populists poised: Italian politics

John Hooper, The Economist's Italy and Vatican correspondent, delves into the precarious balance of Italian politics, highlighting the looming threat of right-wing populists like Matteo Salvini. He discusses how the current government may shape Italy’s future amidst rising immigration challenges. Meanwhile, Sarah Burke, bureau chief for Mexico, examines the unprecedented militarization of the Mexican government under AMLO, revealing the military's expanded role in civilian affairs and its implications for democracy and stability.