France's Top Court Upholds Conviction of Ex-PM Fillon in Fake Jobs Scandal

François Fillon's conviction for creating a fictitious job for his wife is confirmed, with a new sentencing trial ordered.

France's Court of Cassation confirmed former Prime Minister François Fillon's conviction related to a fake jobs scandal.
The conviction pertains to Fillon fraudulently hiring his wife as a parliamentary assistant, resulting in substantial public funds misuse.
A new trial for sentencing will take place in the coming months, as the previous penalties were deemed inappropriate.
Fillon, who has always denied the charges, argued for an impartial trial, which the court dismissed.
The scandal, known as 'Penelopegate,' significantly impacted Fillon's 2017 presidential campaign.