From Fortune:



Emmanuel Macron praised Gerard Depardieu, who is facing numerous sexual misconduct allegations, causing outrage from women’s rights activists. He criticized the culture minister for launching a procedure that could strip Depardieu of his Legion of Honor award, and expressed support for the actor’s innocence. Macron’s comments were met with backlash from activists, who accused the president of dismissing the voices of women who accused Depardieu of abuse. One of Depardieu’s alleged victims, Ruth Baza, has filed a complaint with the Spanish police, accusing the actor of rape. The women’s rights groups denounced Macron’s comments, and former President Francois Hollande also criticized Macron for taking sides. Depardieu has denied the allegations made against him. Overall, the article details the criticism directed at Macron from women’s rights activists, who argue that he is dismissing the experiences of the women who have accused Depardieu of abuse.



Original: France President Emmanuel Macron says Depardieu ‘makes France proud,’ roiling women’s rights activists