Élise Lucet Faces Backlash Over Drug Tests for French Lawmakers

The journalist's controversial stunt at the National Assembly sparks debate over ethics and journalistic integrity.

Élise Lucet conducted on-camera drug tests on French lawmakers as part of a promotion for an 'Envoyé Spécial' episode on drug accessibility.
The stunt, inspired by a proposal from Grenoble's mayor, Éric Piolle, has drawn criticism from lawmakers and the National Assembly's president, Yaël Braun-Pivet.
Critics argue the act was a 'humiliating' misuse of the Assembly's space, with some accusing Lucet of undermining the institution's dignity.
Lucet's tests were linked to growing concerns over drug use in France, including recent scandals involving lawmakers and the ease of drug delivery through social media.
The episode, airing tonight, aims to shed light on drug addiction and trafficking, but the promotional tactic has overshadowed its intended message.