LFI's Thomas Portes Faces Backlash for Threatening RN Deputy in Assembly

Tensions escalated in the French National Assembly as Thomas Portes of La France Insoumise directed threats toward RN's Philippe Lottiaux, prompting calls for disciplinary action.

During a heated debate on October 30, Thomas Portes of LFI threatened RN deputy Philippe Lottiaux with violent language.
The incident occurred during discussions on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with exchanges becoming particularly contentious.
The Rassemblement National and other political figures have demanded severe sanctions against Portes for his conduct.
Portes has a history of controversial actions, including a previous 15-day suspension from the Assembly in 2023.
The episode has intensified existing tensions between LFI and RN, highlighting deep political divides in the Assembly.