Lycées, or public high schools in France, in Saint-Denis were recently blocked by students, with the gate of the Paul Éluard high school notably damaged during the blockage. The incident has sparked political debate in the region. Valérie Pécresse, the president of the Île-de-France region and a member of the LR (Les Républicains) party, has stated she intends to "send the bill" for the damages to Bally Bagayoko, the mayor of the commune and a member of the LFI (La France Insoumise) party. Pécresse accused Bagayoko of wasting energy on the "breakers" — a term used to describe individuals who actively participate in protests by breaking into or damaging property — who removed part of the fence at the Paul Éluard high school in Saint-Denis. She emphasized that the damage caused by these actions would be financially accountable. The situation reflects broader tensions between local authorities and protest movements in France, where public demonstrations often lead to clashes over property and public order. Pécresse announced her intention to send Bagayoko a bill for 100,000 euros, citing the damage caused to the school's infrastructure. This incident is part of a larger pattern of disputes between regional and local governments over how to handle public protests and their associated costs. It highlights the challenges faced by officials in balancing the right to protest with the need to maintain public property and ensure the safety of educational institutions.