The justice referendum ended with a victory for the “No,” which obtained 53.3% of the vote, accompanied by a record turnout of 55.88%, including Italians abroad. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated that she acknowledged the outcome while regretting a wasted opportunity to modernize the country. Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani shared this view, emphasizing respect for the people's will, while Justice Minister Carlo Nordio simply acknowledged the results. The opposition's reaction was mixed: Democratic Party Secretary Elly Schlein spoke of a win and the formation of a viable alternative majority, emphasizing the critical role of young people and opening the door to primary elections. Five Star Movement leader Giuseppe Conte, on the other hand, hailed the outcome as a "comeback" and a clear vote of no confidence in the current government. Meanwhile, in Naples, the National Association of Magistrates greeted the verdict in joyful tones, only hours after President Cesare Parodi resigned for personal reasons. The international press also remarked on the vote, underlining how the outcome could harm the Meloni-led administration.