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Italy’s Ruling Party Chews Over Kingmaker Role

  • Democratic Party’s leaders seek consensus after Renzi resigns
  • Party sees itself in opposition after vote, chairman says
Matteo Renzi

Matteo Renzi

Photographer: Federico Bernini/Bloomberg
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Italy’s ruling party will discuss whether it should play the role of kingmaker following its defeat in inconclusive elections a week ago as it plots a course forward without former Prime Minister Matteo Renzi.

The Democratic Party’s leadership will meet in Rome Monday at 3 p.m. to acknowledge the resignation of Renzi as its general secretary. It will also begin discussion on a common stance ahead of talks to form a governing coalition that will begin after the new parliament convenes in Rome on March 23.