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French Senate backs ‘Rioters Pay’ bill that could make protesters pay $11,000 fines

CNBC · World

Published 29 Oct 2026, 8:14 pm·1 h ago·1 min read

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More unrest is expected this weekend, following weeks of violent protests across the country – but the bill has drawn criticism.

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