Italian journalist Daniele Compatangelo died at the age of 50 due to a sudden illness. He covered American politics for over two decades.

Daniele Compatangelo, correspondent in Washington and head of the foreign press association at the White House, has passed away at the age of 50, according to ANSA, quoted by Euronews.com. Compatangelo had a career of over two decades in American political journalism, recently obtaining an exclusive interview with Donald Trump. Trump's comments about Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni generated controversy in Italy, provoking a diplomatic conflict between Rome and Washington. Born in Savona and raised in Turin, Compatangelo covered international news for 25 years, working for various television stations and publications. He participated in eight editions of the Olympic Games and produced acclaimed documentaries. His death has generated tributes from colleagues, with La7 director Andrea Salerno highlighting his impact as a dedicated and exceptional journalist.