Magistrates quiz French presidential hopeful Philippe in embezzlement probe
French presidential candidate Edouard Philippe has been questioned by investigators in an embezzlement probe linked to his time as mayor of Le Havre. Read More: https://punchng.com/magistrates-quiz-french-presidential-hopeful-philippe-in-embezzlement-probe/
On Thursday, French investigators questioned presidential hopeful Edouard Philippe, a former prime minister, regarding allegations of embezzlement, misuse of public funds, favoritism, and harassment, according to sources close to the case. Philippe was designated as an "assisted witness," a less severe status than being under formal investigation.
His lawyer, Emmanuel Marsigny, expressed satisfaction with the decision, stating that it confirms Philippe's innocence in the matter. Philippe, who served as prime minister from 2017 to 2020, has consistently denied all accusations against him. He is running for the presidency in next year's election for the centre-right Horizons party, currently trailing behind far-right and far-left rivals in opinion polls.
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