Forza Italia
After the experience of VRFP, Martin joined Forza Italia as an independent and briefly served as regional councillor in Veneto. He had however a troubled relationship with Forza Italia: for instance, in 2007 he tried to unseat Calzavara, who had become a full member of Forza Italia, but he lost. Those who disagreed with Martin's decision to join Forza Italia formed the Party for Independent Veneto under Fabrizio Dal Col.