One of its most famous investigations revealed how tomatoes imported from China were being illegally labeled as "Made in Italy," a report that sparked massive public outrage and further official inquiries.
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. Le iene
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. One of its most famous investigations revealed how
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 Reporters have been accused of harassment, such as