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French PM Bayrou Faces Scrutiny Over School Abuse Claims

5/16/2025

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French Prime Minister François Bayrou is under fire from a parliamentary inquiry over disturbing allegations of abuse at Notre-Dame de Bétharram Catholic school. With over 200 complaints surfacing since February 2024, including serious accusations against priests, Bayrou's claims of ignorance are challenged by witnesses, igniting a fierce debate about his credibility and potential resignation.

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French Prime Minister François Bayrou is under fire from a parliamentary inquiry over disturbing allegations of abuse at Notre-Dame de Bétharram Catholic school. With over 200 complaints surfacing since February 2024, including serious accusations against priests, Bayrou's claims of ignorance are challenged by witnesses, igniting a fierce debate about his credibility and potential resignation.