Vincenzo De Luca has achieved an important victory with the approval of the law that allows him to run for a third term in the Campania Region. However, the challenges are far from being overcome. Resistance comes from both the national Democratic Party (PD), which continues to oppose this possibility, and from the government, which has announced its intention to challenge the approved law.
The Campania Regional Council accepted the law with 33 votes in favor, 16 against and only one abstention. Before the vote, De Luca showed a red horn, a symbol of superstition and optimism. Despite the initial triumph, the governor chose not to comment, maintaining a cautious approach.
After the law was approved, Igor Taruffi of the national Democratic Party clarified that this vote will not change the party’s position regarding the two-term limit for single-member positions. Consequently, “De Luca will not be the presidential candidate supported by the Democratic Party in the next regional elections.” At the local level, however, some members of the Democratic Party are trying to mediate. Massimiliano Manfredi said that a “head-on” position should not be adopted, while Mario Casillo stressed the importance of “political work” in view of future elections.
The center-right has been united in criticizing the law. Edmondo Cirielli of FdI has expressed doubts about the legal validity of the law, while the coordinator of the League in Campania, Zinzi, has defined the PD as “in ruins”. Further criticism came from independent councilor Maria Muscarà, who called the rule “ridiculous and disturbing,” arguing that it could lead to censure by the Constitutional Court. In addition to the controversial third term, the new electoral law was also approved. This change provides for the elimination of the 65% limit of the majority bonus and introduces a 2.5% threshold for all lists. In addition, the ineligibility of mayors of municipalities with less than 5,000 inhabitants is proposed, raising further controversy.
Vincenzo De Luca’s political future is uncertain. As he tries to capitalize on his recent legislative victory, he faces strong internal and external opposition. The third-term law and new electoral rules could turn into legal and political battles that will redefine the balance of power in Campania’s political landscape. The coming weeks will be crucial in determining whether these legislative changes will consolidate De Luca’s position or lead to renewed instability within the region.
Third Term Approved for De Luca in Campania Campania enters a new political phase with the approval of the regional law that allows Vincenzo De Luca to run for a third term as president of the Giunta.
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