Trial of Former 'Canard Enchaîné' Executives Delayed Amid Fictitious Employment Allegations

The high-profile case involving alleged financial misconduct at the satirical weekly has been postponed due to health concerns of key defendants.

Two former leaders of 'Canard Enchaîné,' Michel Gaillard and Nicolas Brimo, face charges of financial misconduct, including the alleged fictitious employment of Edith Vanderdaele.
The case, initially set to begin on October 8, has been postponed to July next year due to health issues of the defendants, aged 73 and 96.
Investigations revealed that Vanderdaele, partner of ex-cartoonist André Escaro, was paid over €1.5 million without apparent work contributions between 2010 and 2022.
The allegations have caused significant internal turmoil within 'Canard Enchaîné,' a publication known for exposing political scandals.
Christophe Nobili, the journalist who uncovered the scandal, has faced legal challenges from the publication, including a harassment lawsuit against Gaillard and Brimo.