French Culture Minister Rachida Dati Under Corruption Investigation
French police searched the home and offices of Culture Minister Rachida Dati as part of a corruption investigation related to undeclared payments from GDF Suez, amid her campaign to become Paris mayor. Dati denies wrongdoing, and the investigation also involves other cases including her dealings with Carlos Ghosn and undeclared jewelry. She aims to succeed Anne Hidalgo as mayor in 2026.