Gabriel Attal has stated he will not initiate a parliamentary inquiry into the French aspects of the Epstein case, while also expressing he does not oppose such a commission.
Gabriel Attal, the Secretary General of the political party Renaissance, has publicly stated that he will not take the initiative to launch a parliamentary inquiry regarding the French angle of the Epstein case. However, during an interview on France Inter, he also mentioned that he sees no reason to oppose the formation of such a commission. His comments come in light of recent discussions among French government officials regarding the implications of the Epstein scandal for France.
Notably, these remarks follow strong opposition from the President of the National Assembly, Yaël Braun-Pivet, who has firmly rejected the idea of establishing a parliamentary inquiry. During an interview on Europe 1, she cited the principle of the separation of powers as her main argument against the creation of an inquiry commission. This principle suggests that the legislative branch should not encroach upon the judicial process, which is primarily responsible for investigating such matters.
The ongoing debate highlights the complexities of managing high-profile cases like that of Jeffrey Epstein, especially regarding how parliamentary actions can intersect with ongoing legal proceedings. The reluctance to launch an inquiry reflects broader concerns within the French political landscape about maintaining the integrity of different branches of government, while also addressing public interest in accountability concerning the Epstein case's reach into French affairs.
