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Sarkozy Loses Legion d'Honneur Over Graft Conviction

6/15/2025

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Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has been stripped of his prestigious Legion d'honneur award due to his graft conviction for illicitly seeking judicial favors. This controversial decision, made against President Macron's wishes, places Sarkozy among the rare few leaders to lose such an honor. As he appeals the conviction, more legal battles loom ahead.

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Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has been stripped of his prestigious Legion d'honneur award due to his graft conviction for illicitly seeking judicial favors. This controversial decision, made against President Macron's wishes, places Sarkozy among the rare few leaders to lose such an honor. As he appeals the conviction, more legal battles loom ahead.