An assistant mayor from the RN (National Rally) party in the Pas-de-Calais region was photographed wearing a T-shirt with the slogan "White Lives Matter" during an official meeting with local associations, according to reports from ICI Nord and L'Humanité. The phrase "White Lives Matter" has been linked to white supremacist groups and is often seen as a counter to the "Black Lives Matter" movement, which focuses on addressing police violence and systemic racism against Black people. The assistant mayor, Franck Pruvost, who is responsible for Sports in Grenay (Pas-de-Calais), was captured in the image during a meeting organized by the new Grenay municipal administration near the city of Lens. The photo was initially posted on the city's Facebook page, where the slogan was clearly visible, but was later removed and replaced with a cropped version that only showed a small portion of the T-shirt. ICI Nord managed to recover the original image. The incident has sparked strong reactions from the municipal opposition, including counselor Julien Vouliot from the PCF (French Communist Party). Vouliot and others have called for Pruvost's resignation, citing the shock and disgust felt by members of local associations over the presence of such a symbol in an official setting. An official statement is reportedly being prepared to formally demand his resignation. The RN mayor of the commune, Daisy Duveau, and the representative of the National Rally in the Pas-de-Calais department have not yet responded to inquiries from ICI Nord. The controversy has raised questions about the appropriateness of such symbols in public office and the responsibility of local officials to uphold inclusive and respectful values in their roles. The situation highlights the ongoing sensitivity around issues of race and representation in French politics, particularly in regions where political tensions can be high. While the National Rally has not officially commented on the incident, the display of the "White Lives Matter" slogan has drawn significant public attention and criticism, reinforcing the need for clear ethical guidelines in public service.