French media respond to M. Le Pen’s ‘Kevlar suit’ comments against investigative outlet
Summary
Thirty-nine French news organizations spoke out against comments by Marine Le Pen, leader of the National Rally party, urging the investigative outlet Médiapart to wear a “bulletproof suit.” They said her remarks were threats that could harm press freedom, a basic right in democratic countries.Key Facts
- Marine Le Pen made a comment suggesting Médiapart needed a “Kevlar suit” (bulletproof vest) after the outlet reported on anti-Semitic remarks by an ally of her party.
- Médiapart had published alleged anti-Semitic comments made by Jordan Bardella, president of the National Rally party.
- Thirty-nine French media editorial committees, including France 24 and RFI, released a joint statement condemning Le Pen’s remarks as intimidation.
- The statement called such threats dangerous to press freedom, which is protected by European and international law.
- Journalists said they investigate and report facts to hold those in power accountable and must never face intimidation for their work.
- Le Pen is a far-right leader and presidential candidate, currently leading in polls for the first round of France’s 2027 presidential election.
- Media outlets stressed that threats against the press are a sign of authoritarian behavior, which is harmful to democracy.
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