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An olive tree is planted for Umberto Bossi in Pontida amid criticism of Salvini

Roberto Calderoli and Lega co-founder Luciano Leoni planted an olive tree in Pontida to mark the anniversary of Umberto Bossi’s birth. Leoni criticized Matteo Salvini, calling him “ungrateful.”

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Calderoli and Leoni planted the tree for Bossi. Leoni said: “With what courage will the secretary pay tribute to the Senatur tomorrow? True Leaguers do not forget.”

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The event highlighted criticism of Salvini from northern-wing figures within the Lega, according to la Repubblica.

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