Brian Molko, the lead singer and guitarist of Placebo, has been charged with defamation by the Italian state for calling Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni derogatory names during a concert in 2023. Meloni had previously sued Molko, leading to an investigation and the current charges. If found guilty, Molko may face a fine of €5,000. This incident is part of a broader trend of Meloni suing cultural figures for defamation.