"We are witnessing phenomena of escalation, even harassment against journalists": the media warns about the violence against them as the presidential election approaches

On October 30, following a racist attack in Trappes, BFM-TV chose not to cover a memorial event, citing safety concerns for their team. This decision reflects the heightened tensions surrounding media work during the presidential campaign. Previously, a BFM-TV crew faced hostility in Trappes, and Jean-Luc Mélenchon criticized the channel's coverage of racism during a live broadcast.