In 2008 , his party joined the People of Freedom .
He was appointed Minister without Portfolio for the Implementation of the Government Program in Berlusconi IV Cabinet , a position he held until 16 November 2011 .
In 2008 , his party joined the People of Freedom , and he was appointed Minister without Portfolio for the Implementation of the Government Program in Berlusconi IV Cabinet , a position he held until 16 November 2011 .