How October 17 is being instrumentalized by influencers to attract the attention of the far right abroad, from Musk to Bukele

The images of the protests and violence on October 17 have been seized upon by the French far-right, including the National Rally and various influencers. Figures like Thaïs d’Escufon have used social media to draw international attention to France, criticizing rivals and highlighting urban violence. D’Escufon, a former spokesperson for the now-dissolved Generation Identity, has gained media traction in the U.S. and India, where she has blamed immigrants for the unrest. Her appearances on platforms like One America News and Indian media reflect a broader strategy to amplify far-right narratives globally.