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French Minister Rachida Dati's Home Raided in Corruption Probe

12/19/2025

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French authorities searched the home of Culture Minister Rachida Dati, her ministry, and Paris 7th arrondissement town hall on December 18.
Searches are part of a judicial investigation launched in October by the French Financial Prosecutor's Office.
The probe cites corruption, influence peddling, and money laundering tied to Dati's 2009–2019 European Parliament tenure.
Dati has served as Culture Minister since January 2024 and is campaigning for Paris mayor in 2026.

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French authorities searched the home of Culture Minister Rachida Dati, her ministry, and Paris 7th arrondissement town hall on December 18.
Searches are part of a judicial investigation launched in October by the French Financial Prosecutor's Office.
The probe cites corruption, influence peddling, and money laundering tied to Dati's 2009–2019 European Parliament tenure.
Dati has served as Culture Minister since January 2024 and is campaigning for Paris mayor in 2026.