Washington is buzzing as European leaders, many with strong anti-immigration stances, prepare to attend President-elect Donald J. Trump’s inauguration on Monday. Among the attendees is Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, a prominent conservative who recently met with Trump at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida. Meloni, known for her efforts to curb migration to Italy, is seen as a potential key ally for Trump in Europe. Her presence underscores the growing ties between Trump and right-wing leaders across the continent. While mainstream conservatives from Europe are also expected, the guest list includes figures from fringe parties that have only recently gained traction in their home countries. These leaders share Trump’s hardline views on immigration, making the event a gathering of like-minded politicians. Notably absent, however, is Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orban, a staunch Trump supporter. Despite his admiration from American conservatives, Orban was not invited, according to a statement from Hungary’s government. The inauguration highlights the alignment between Trump’s policies and the rising influence of right-wing movements in Europe. As leaders converge in Washington, the event marks a significant moment in transatlantic political relations. ---