With his constant provocations, the far-right mayor of Carcassonne is over the line. Or is he?

Christophe Barthès, the mayor of Carcassonne, shares a personal story about a fight that left him with a scar. His chief of staff, Maxime Bot, monitors Barthès's outspoken behavior, which sometimes causes embarrassment within their party, the far-right Rassemblement National. Barthès has made headlines for his unconventional actions, such as spraying union members with water and personally sealing off squats. The city hall reflects his political stance, with a photo of Marine Le Pen replacing the presidential portrait, highlighting the RN's influence in the region after their electoral success in 2026.