Mayor of Saint-Denis protests racism.

Bally Bagayoko, the newly elected mayor of Saint-Denis, has faced a wave of racist online comments and hate speech since his election. The government and various figures have condemned these attacks, and Bagayoko has organized protests and called for action. Investigations have been launched into the incidents.

Following his election in the first round under the LFI party label, Bally Bagayoko, the mayor of Saint-Denis, has been targeted by a campaign of racist abuse. This campaign began with a misunderstanding and escalated into widespread criticism, particularly after controversial remarks were made on CNews television. Thousands of people have joined protests in support of Bagayoko, and a rally was organized in Saint-Denis to demonstrate against racism. The situation has prompted investigations by the Paris prosecutor’s office and concerns about media responsibility. Several Black French lawmakers have also received racist letters, and the situation is being linked to broader concerns about racial prejudice and discrimination within French society. Bagayoko has called for the closure of CNews and filed a lawsuit against the channel for the racist remarks.

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