Four Mediapart journalists were attacked and expelled by National Rally security during a congress in Orléans, following revelations about antisemitic writings linked to Jordan Bardella.
Journalists attacked at RN congress
Four journalists from Mediapart were physically attacked and forced to leave a meeting hall by the security service of the National Rally (RN) during its congress in Orléans on October 24. The incident occurred as the journalists were covering the event, and they were subjected to violence by the party's security personnel.Mediapart condemns the attack
Mediapart has strongly condemned the actions of the RN security service, describing them as "brutal." The outlet emphasized that such behavior is unacceptable and undermines democratic principles.Background of the threats
The incident followed threats made against the journalists after they published revelations about antisemitic writings attributed to Jordan Bardella, a prominent figure in the RN. These writings had sparked significant controversy and debate in French political circles.Criticism of RN leadership
Mediapart has criticized the leadership of the National Rally for fostering an environment that has led to what it calls "unacceptable practices in democracy." The outlet argues that such actions threaten the integrity of public discourse and democratic norms.
