The dinner of US Vice President J.D. Vance on the evening of his attendance at Olympic figure skating events became a political issue as he chose a grill house in Buccinasco for his meal. This decision resulted in significant local disruption, including a heavy police presence, closed roads, and an overall blocked city. The mayor of Buccinasco, Rino Pruiti, expressed outrage in a public letter to the prefect, questioning the lack of communication with local authorities regarding such events and emphasizing the importance of institutional respect between the state and local governance.

Mayor Pruiti underscored the irony that the only person left uninformed about the vibrant defensive measures for Vance’s dinner was himself, the mayor of the involved city. He reiterated his long-standing requests for increased law enforcement resources to combat local crime, contrasting his appeals with the immediate and extensive police response allocated for the Vice President. This situation has raised critical discussions about local governance, security protocols during high-profile visits, and the perceived inequalities in how resources are allocated to different areas based on their political relevance.

The controversy not only highlights the divisiveness among the municipalities of Buccinasco and Assago but also poses broader questions about state-level decision-making and its direct impact on local communities. As local leaders express frustration over exclusion, it sets the stage for potential implications on future political interactions and local security policies, suggesting a need for improved communication channels between state and local foundations.