Minister of Culture Rachida Dati is set to return to the magistracy despite facing corruption charges, a move described as a 'true provocation'. Separately, judicial authorities have seized over 65 million euros from the consulting firm McKinsey following a four-year investigation into alleged tax fraud. Additionally, National Rally deputy José Beaurain is accused by former collaborators of enriching himself using National Assembly funds, claims he denies.

Mediapart: Rachida Dati to become a magistrate again thanks to Darmanin

Rachida Dati is set to return to the magistracy, a surprise move considering she is due to be tried for corruption and influence peddling, which Mediapart describes as a 'true provocation'.

Mediapart: Tax fraud: justice seizes 65 million euros from consulting giant McKinsey

Following a four-year investigation into alleged tax fraud by McKinsey in France, authorities have seized over 65 million euros from the US consulting firm. A separate investigation into McKinsey's ties with Emmanuel Macron is also underway.

Mediapart: 'There's a lot of money to be made': curious practices of RN deputy José…

Former collaborators accuse RN deputy José Beaurain of enriching himself using National Assembly funds, with one alleging a real estate deal involving public buildings. Beaurain denies the claims and plans to sue for defamation.

A judicial investigation has been launched into the suicide of 21-year-old Joris Laurencin, whose family believes his death is linked to racist insults and repeated bullying. This comes amidst ongoing reports of "vicarious" violence, with a recent case in Haute-Saône where a man killed his two children and stepmother during a separation.

Le Monde: After the suicide of Joris, 21, amid harassment and racism, a family's…

The family of Joris Laurencin, 21, believes his suicide is linked to racist insults and repeated bullying, leading to a judicial investigation into hazing, insults, death threats, moral harassment, and incitement to suicide.

Mediapart: Four children and a woman killed: 'Vicarous' murders continue quietly

A man killed his two children and stepmother in Haute-Saône amidst a separation, an example of 'vicarous' violence where fathers harm women who are escaping them.

As the 2027 French presidential election campaign approaches, candidates are facing an intense challenge of physical and mental endurance. Several presidential hopefuls, including Jean-Luc Mélenchon and Gabriel Attal, are actively campaigning at the Lille fair, Europe's largest. Attal criticized the National Rally, emphasizing France's independence, while he and Mélenchon are reportedly aiming to weaken Édouard Philippe's standing. Speculation also continues regarding Prime Minister Sébastien…

Le Figaro: Presidential Candidates Face Physical and Mental Endurance Challenge

A deep dive into the upcoming French presidential election in 2027, highlighting the intense physical and mental preparation required for candidates over a campaign that will span more than seven months.

Le Figaro: Live: Presidential 2027 - Candidates Attend Lille Fair

Several presidential candidates, including Jean-Luc Mélenchon and Gabriel Attal, are attending the Lille fair, Europe's largest, with speeches and campaign appearances planned.

Le Figaro: Sébastien Lecornu: The Possibility of a Last-Minute Candidacy

Although the Prime Minister has seemed to renounce his presidential candidacy, some speculate he could still be a fallback option, provided the next budget is passed.

Mediapart: Vincent Bolloré enters 'Frontières' capital, securing kingmaker status on the…

Billionaire Vincent Bolloré has acquired a 25% stake in the identitarian magazine 'Frontières', consolidating his influence on the right-wing political discourse ahead of the presidential election.

Le Figaro: France Aims to Remain Independent and Non-Aligned, Attal States

During the Lille fair, Gabriel Attal criticized the recent positions of the RN party, emphasizing France's vocation to remain independent and non-aligned.

Le Figaro: Mélenchon and Attal Aim to Establish a Duel to Weaken Édouard Philippe

Jean-Luc Mélenchon and Gabriel Attal are strategically positioning themselves to create a political duel, potentially weakening Édouard Philippe's standing.

An investigation into cyberattacks on the French tax authority has led to the indictment of an 18-year-old suspect, identified as 'ChatNoir'.

Le Monde: Behind the tax website hacking, the shadow of 'ChatNoir', an 18-year-old…

An investigation into cyberattacks on the French tax authority has led to the indictment of an 18-year-old suspect, identified as 'ChatNoir'.