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French Presidential Candidate Philippe Under Embezzlement Probe
Former French Prime Minister Édouard Philippe, a potential presidential candidate, is facing a judicial investigation over allegations of embezzlement and illegal taking of interest. The probe was initiated after a preliminary inquiry.
20 May, 12:18 — 20 May, 14:45
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French presidential candidate Philippe under investigation for embezzlement
The allegations involve the allocation of a digital hub contract in Le Havre, where Edouard Philippe is currently mayor, to a newly created association presided by one of his deputies.
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French presidential candidate Philippe targeted in embezzlement probe
French investigators are probing allegations of embezzlement involving high-profile presidential candidate Edouard Philippe over the allocation of a digital hub contract in the northern port city of Le Havre where he is mayor, prosecutors have said.
By FRANCE 24
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