Overview

• During a parliamentary debate, RN deputy Frédéric Falcon called LFI deputy Ersilia Soudais an 'antisemite notoire,' sparking outrage in the Assembly.
• The incident occurred during discussions on a controversial bill to restrict birthright citizenship in Mayotte, which had already seen tense exchanges.
• Falcon refused to retract his comments despite being sanctioned with a formal reprimand by the Assembly's vice-president, Roland Lescure.
• LFI deputies, led by Danièle Obono, demanded severe disciplinary measures, and the Assembly's bureau is set to review the matter for potential further sanctions.
• The heated session, marked by accusations of harassment and obstruction, ended prematurely as the LR group withdrew their legislative proposals.