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French Minister Rachida Dati Faces Corruption Trial

7/23/2025

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French culture minister Rachida Dati faces trial for corruption and abuse of power linked to her tenure as an MEP. Accused of pocketing €900,000 in fees from Renault-Nissan for work not performed, she finds herself entangled in a scandal that also involves former CEO Carlos Ghosn. A trial date is expected on September 29.

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French culture minister Rachida Dati faces trial for corruption and abuse of power linked to her tenure as an MEP. Accused of pocketing €900,000 in fees from Renault-Nissan for work not performed, she finds herself entangled in a scandal that also involves former CEO Carlos Ghosn. A trial date is expected on September 29.