Umberto Bossi

Umberto Bossi is an Italian politician known for founding and leading the Lega Nord (Northern League), a political party that advocates for greater autonomy and interests of Italy’s northern regions. He emphasizes regional identity, economic self-sufficiency, and has historically promoted ideas of independence for northern Italy. Bossi played a significant role in reshaping Italian politics in the 1990s and 2000s, often challenging national unity and Rome’s authority. His career has included both political influence and controversy, especially related to financial allegations, but he remains a key figure in Italy’s regionalist movement.