Overview

• Bruno Retailleau, France's Interior Minister, has lodged a complaint against Ritchy Thibault for public insult against a public administration.
• The controversy stems from a social media post by Thibault on October 14, where he referred to police as 'children of Pétain.'
• Thibault, associated with the radical left and a former 'Gilet Jaune,' has a history of legal issues, including threats against President Macron.
• The aide is also under scrutiny for comments made during a pro-Palestinian rally, which are being investigated for incitement to hate and violence.
• Public insult against authorities in France can result in a fine of up to 12,000 euros.