#french-politics

#french-politics

The conclusions of the commission of inquiry, which began its work in March and heard from 135 people, including survivors of abuse at other schools, add further pressure on Bayrou, who survived a vote of no confidence on Tuesday.

Dati's acceptance of nearly €300,000 from GDF Suez during her time in the European parliament raises serious ethical questions about influence and accountability.

The Dreyfus case divided France for decades, with the Right fervently maintaining his guilt despite a lack of evidence, while the Left fought for his innocence.

The French Socialists' position on nuclear testing reflects a broader issue of colonialism in the Pacific, highlighting the intertwining of military and environmental concerns.

The proposed law scrapping some environmental rules was rejected, but farmers felt satisfied as they redirected their efforts to influence the more favorable Senate.

Bruno Retailleau’s election as leader of Les Republicains signifies a shift towards a more hardline approach in French politics, distancing from traditional Gaullist values.

The use of Article 49.3 is controversial as it suggests legislation lacks sufficient support to be voted on through traditional means.

The Talking France podcast is back, sharing the latest developments in France, from important May Day demonstrations to the prime minister's call for enhanced work ethic.

The 2027 French presidential election campaign is heating up, with various politicians, including former prime minister Gabriel Attal, launching their bids and making bold statements.

French MPs have voted in favour of enforcing shorter prison sentences for minor criminal offences, with the prospect of jail terms of a month or less.

This week on The Talking France podcast, host Ben McPartland and guests discuss the recent earthquakes in Nice, political disputes over the Statue of Liberty, and France's digital transformation.

Leavitt emphasized that the U.S. presence helped liberate France in both World Wars, implying that gratitude should be directed towards America rather than demands for the statue.

Premier flic de France, meaning 'France's top cop', is a nickname for the Interior Minister, who oversees law enforcement without direct arrest powers.