French parliamentary inquiry becomes far-right attack against public media

A routine French parliamentary inquiry into public broadcasters has turned into a high-profile political spectacle, amplifying far-right attacks on public media. Led by 32-year-old Charles Alloncle, the probe has drawn widespread attention through vociferous hearings and viral social media clips. Critics warn it risks undermining trust in public broadcasters, including FRANCE 24, and laying groundwork for the far right's pledge to privatise the sector if it wins power in 2027 elections.