Italy 's Senate approves the economic reforms by 33 votes in favor , 12 against . The lower house is expected to discuss the measures and vote on them again . Once the measures are adopted , Berlusconi is expected to step down . Mario Monti is touted as a possible successor .
Italy 's Senate approves the economic reforms by 156 votes in favor , 12 against . The lower house is expected to discuss the measures and vote on them Saturday . Once the measures are adopted , Berlusconi is expected to step down . Mario Monti is touted as a possible successor .