Elon Musk is set to present the Atlantic Council's Global Citizen Award to Giorgia Meloni, Italy's far-right prime minister, during a gala dinner in New York, coinciding with the UN General Assembly. This decision has sparked controversy within the council, particularly as Meloni has been rekindling connections with allies of Donald Trump in the lead-up to the upcoming U.S. presidential elections. Meloni is being honored for her historic role as Italy's first female prime minister, her robust support for the European Union and the transatlantic alliance, as well as her upcoming chairmanship of the Group of Seven in 2024. The award ceremony is expected to draw attention not only for the accolade itself but also for the implications of Musk's involvement and Meloni's political affiliations.