A recent judicial ruling in Rome has acquitted 29 right-wing militants, primarily affiliated with CasaPound, who were identified making Roman salutes during a commemoration for the Acca Larentia massacre that occurred two years ago. The decision made by the judge, who pointed out that there was no reasonable expectation of a conviction, has put an end to a lengthy investigation by Rome's prosecutor's office under the leadership of Lo Voi. The investigation had been based on allegations that these salutes could violate the Scelba Law regarding the reorganization of the Fascist Party and the Mancino Law against discrimination and hate speech.

The case was sparked by surveillance by Digos, Italy's police intelligence agency, which had observed the commemorative event and subsequently identified those involved through footage of the Roman salute ritual. This raises broader implications concerning the boundaries of free expression in Italy, especially concerning symbols associated with Fascism. Despite the acquittal, the court's decision reflects a significant tension in interpreting Italy's laws on hate speech and the legacy of its Fascist period.

Furthermore, as CasaPound awaits the official motivations for the court's ruling, the acquittal may embolden similar demonstrations or acts of expression tied to historical and political ideologies deemed controversial in modern Italy. The case not only highlights the ongoing debate over national identity and the management of Italy's historical narratives but also the legal challenges in addressing symbols and gestures associated with its Fascist past.