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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Macron Faces Conflict-of-Interest Criticism Over New Budget Auditor Pick
Caption: Macron Faces Conflict-of-Interest Criticism Over New Budget Auditor Pick. French President Emmanuel Macron is under fire after appointing Budget Minister Amélie de Montchalin as the country’s next top public auditor — the very official responsible for independently reviewing the national budget. The controversy stems from the fact that de Montchalin helped design the 2026 budget and would now be in charge of evaluating its impact. Critics say that creates a clear conflict of interest and could undermine trust in the independence of the Court of Auditors. Opposition lawmakers from both the left and the far right warn the move looks political, not institutional - According to Politico. They argue the role should remain fully neutral. Supporters note the president has the legal authority to make the appointment, but backlash is growing across Paris political circles. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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