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The show is notorious for "doorstepping" politicians. In 2006, it famously tested 50 deputies for drugs under the guise of makeup applications, finding that nearly one-third tested positive—a report that was ultimately censored by Parliament on privacy grounds.

More recently, it has championed the right to dignity in end-of-life care, following the stories of patients like Laura Santi in their legal battles for assisted dying. Controversies and Criticism Le iene

It faced heavy criticism for its 2013 coverage of the unproven "Stamina" therapy, which experts argued promoted pseudo-science. The show is notorious for "doorstepping" politicians

Some critics argue the show focuses on "easy indignation" and "gut reactions" rather than deep, objective analysis. Controversies and Criticism It faced heavy criticism for

In 2025, the show was credited with finding Carlotta Morri and her daughter after years of silence, a case that had captivated the Italian public.

The show's "in-your-face" style has often blurred the line between journalism and sensationalism.

Reporters have been accused of harassment, such as a 2015 incident where they reportedly entered the garage of MotoGP racer Marc Márquez uninvited, leading to a physical altercation.