Gaël Perdriau, former mayor of Saint-Étienne, has begun a prison sentence following a conviction for blackmail linked to an intimate video of a political rival, with appeals underway.
Gaël Perdriau, former mayor of Saint-Étienne, has begun a prison sentence following a conviction for blackmail linked to an intimate video of a political rival, with appeals underway.
A police officer involved with the French national football team has been sanctioned with early retirement after receiving a €60,300 donation from Kylian Mbappé, prompting an investigation into financial misconduct.
French Minister of Culture Rachida Dati is under investigation for allegedly receiving €299,000 from GDF Suez without declaration, with extensive searches conducted at her homes, ministry, and city hall offices.
A coalition urging global binding measures for political financing transparency aligns with rising political engagement among French corporate leaders amid evolving societal expectations.
France's anti-corruption reforms under Sapin 2 show progress but face challenges in measurement, implementation, and judicial handling, prompting calls for a national strategy.
France's Cour des comptes reports fragmented anti-corruption efforts, low political prioritization, and public distrust amid rising corruption perceptions.
Sébastien Delogu officially kicked off his 2026 Marseille mayoral campaign, condemning political corruption and rallying community support with notable allies.
Former EU foreign affairs chief Federica Mogherini resigns from the College of Europe after being indicted in a corruption investigation related to EU diplomatic training contracts.
The conviction of former President Nicolas Sarkozy has reignited populist distrust in French politics, evoking the historical 'Tous pourris' sentiment and raising concerns about democratic faith.
French authorities have conducted extensive raids and seized over €14 million in an intensified investigation into corruption and money laundering allegations involving Altice and associates of Patrick Drahi.
France's government reveals a detailed four-year plan with 36 measures to combat widespread corruption amid increasing public concern and recorded cases.
Marseille Ecologist party suspends Hassen Hammou over corruption charges involving a minor, with legal proceedings ongoing and Hammou maintaining innocence.
Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin’s prison visit to Nicolas Sarkozy has led to a formal complaint alleging conflict of interest and undermining judicial impartiality.
Nicolas Sarkozy has started his five-year prison term with strong support from family and political allies, amid reflections on political corruption by a prominent anti-corruption judge.