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France's Far-Right Party Expels Policeman Over Racist Remarks

France's main far-right party has expelled a police officer member following public outrage over body camera footage containing racist comments.

By 9 Sep 2026 · 15:00 CET Updated 9 Sep 2026 · 15:00 CET

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France's main far-right party has expelled a member who serves as a policeman after body camera footage of him making racist comments sparked widespread outrage. According to a report by The Local, the disciplinary action comes at a sensitive time as the party prepares for presidential elections next year that it hopes to win. The expelled member faced backlash following the circulation of the footage, prompting the rapid decision by party leadership to distance themselves from the individual and his remarks.

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