French Interior Ministry Spokesperson Resigns Following Publication of Controversial Book

Camille Chaize steps down after her book critiques police unions, far-right influence, and the ministry's handling of institutional neutrality.

Camille Chaize, spokesperson for France's Interior Ministry since 2019, has resigned following the release of her book, 'Porte-Parole,' which reflects on her role and critiques institutional dynamics.
The book challenges the influence of police unions like Alliance and accuses them of corporatism and fostering societal misunderstandings about law enforcement.
Chaize also criticizes the far-right Rassemblement National (RN), expressing concerns over its growing influence and potential threats to democratic values and public service neutrality.
While some reports suggest pressure from police unions and the RN led to her resignation, Interior Ministry officials deny receiving formal demands for her dismissal and state the decision was hers due to her book's incompatibility with her official role.
Chaize remains in a communications role within the ministry, but her departure as spokesperson highlights tensions over free expression and neutrality in public service.