French Minister of Justice Eric Dupont-Moretti has been subjected to global outrage over his "sexist" remarks about female journalists. In widely condemned comments, he said on Monday (August 28),&nbsp;why women reporters asking questions aren't 'topless' and maybe it isn't hot enough.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The comments were made over the coverage of the case of a woman who was fined for exposing her breasts. He inspected a courthouse in the central town of Aurillac that had been damaged during a protest against the prosecution of a woman for "sexual exhibitionism".&nbsp;

Local reports mentioned that many protesters bared their chests like the arrested woman, who told police that she had removed her top because "it's super hot out" and "half the men" in the street had done the same.&nbsp;

Now, the unions of the journalists have accused him of sexism and insulting their members. The unions include some prominent television channels such as TF1 and BFMTV.&nbsp;

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Dupond-Moretti told journalists, "I have noticed that none of the women journalists asking questions today were standing bare-breasted in front of me. Maybe it wasn't hot enough?"&nbsp;

The Societe des Journalistes (SDJ) has condemned it. At broadcaster BFMTV, it said that the minister made the "inappropriate" remarks after a press briefing to several reporters, two of whom were women.&nbsp;

The SDJ at France's biggest TV station TF1 called the remarks "sexist" and "unacceptable" even "if they had been made jokingly".&nbsp;

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An official speaking for Dupond-Moretti said there was "no basis" to the complaints and that the minister was "completely" devoted to "the fight against all forms of sexual and sexist violence".&nbsp;

The official told the news agency AFP that the minister's remarks had been taken out of context.&nbsp;

As reported, the official claimed that the minister was highlighting the reporters present there wearing tops, which was "proof that respect for the law is the norm".&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Olivier Faure, who is the leader of the opposition Socialists, also slammed the remarks, calling the words "inappropriate remarks by an inappropriate minister". Faure said that the minister "should manage his libido elsewhere than in government".&nbsp;

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French Minister of Justice Eric Dupont-Moretti has been subjected to global outrage over his "sexist" remarks about female journalists. In widely condemned comments, he said on Monday (August 28), why women reporters asking questions aren't 'topless' and maybe it isn't hot enough.

French Minister of Justice Eric Dupont-Moretti has been subjected to global outrage over his "sexist" remarks about female journalists. In widely condemned comments, he said on Monday (August 28), why women reporters asking questions aren't 'topless' and maybe it isn't hot enough. The comments were made over the coverage of the case of a woman who was fined for exposing her breasts. He inspected a courthouse in the central town of Aurillac that had been damaged during a protest against the prosecution of a woman for "sexual exhibitionism". Local reports mentioned that many protesters bared their chests like the arrested woman, who told police that she had removed her top because "it's super hot out" and "half the men" in the street had done the same. Now, the unions of the journalists have accused him of sexism and insulting their members. The unions include some prominent television channels such as TF1 and BFMTV. Also read: Turkey underlines 'critical' need to revive Ukraine deal Dupond-Moretti told journalists, "I have noticed that none of the women journalists asking questions today were standing bare-breasted in front of me. Maybe it wasn't hot enough?" The Societe des Journalistes (SDJ) has condemned it. At broadcaster BFMTV, it said that the minister made the "inappropriate" remarks after a press briefing to several reporters, two of whom were women. The SDJ at France's biggest TV station TF1 called the remarks "sexist" and "unacceptable" even "if they had been made jokingly". Watch: Backstreet boys star, Nick Carter faces third lawsuit × Also read: Tesla building 'glass house' for Musk, probe launched into fund misuse claims Inappropriate remarks by an inappropriate minister: Oppn An official speaking for Dupond-Moretti said there was "no basis" to the complaints and that the minister was "completely" devoted to "the fight against all forms of sexual and sexist violence". The official told the news agency AFP that the minister's remarks had been taken out of context. As reported, the official claimed that the minister was highlighting the reporters present there wearing tops, which was "proof that respect for the law is the norm". Meanwhile, Olivier Faure, who is the leader of the opposition Socialists, also slammed the remarks, calling the words "inappropriate remarks by an inappropriate minister". Faure said that the minister "should manage his libido elsewhere than in government". (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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France to make it easier for citizens to take their mother's name once they are adults, the country's Justice Minister Eric Dupond-Moretti said on Sunday (December 19).&nbsp;

A bill has been proposed by ruling LREM party lawmaker Patrick Vignal, which will allow children to easily change their family name through a simple procedure at the local town hall once they turn 18.&nbsp;

The justice minister said that the government would support the proposed bill. The law will be voted on in the coming weeks. Taking to his Twitter, Dupond-Moretti said, "Nobody should have to reveal their intimate reasons for changing their name to the state."&nbsp;

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In France, citizens can change their family name but the procedure is quite long and difficult, which requires them to prove to the justice ministry a legitimate reason for doing so. The new law is intended to simplify the process.&nbsp;

As per a report by Reuters, citizens will be free to keep their father's family name, take their mother's family name or take both in whichever order they wish after the new law.&nbsp;

In an interview with Elle magazine, Dupond-Moretti said the new legislation will make it easier to change the family name of citizens raised by single mothers or by two fathers or two mothers.

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"It will be a law of equality between parents, a law of freedom for every French person. It will be carried by the deputy Patrick Vignal, the deputies of the majority and is supported by a collective, "Bear My Name"," Elle quoted Dupond-Moretti as saying.&nbsp;

"I am thinking in particular of the child who bears the name of a man who was not a father but a progenitor who forgot his homework," the minister said.&nbsp;

The legislation would also be a solution for people wishing to change their family name after traumatic situations such as incest, or violence by a father against the mother of his children, he said.&nbsp;

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France to make it easier for citizens to take their mother's name once they are adults, the country's Justice Minister Eric Dupond-Moretti said on Sunday (December 19).

France to make it easier for citizens to take their mother's name once they are adults, the country's Justice Minister Eric Dupond-Moretti said on Sunday (December 19). A bill has been proposed by ruling LREM party lawmaker Patrick Vignal, which will allow children to easily change their family name through a simple procedure at the local town hall once they turn 18. The justice minister said that the government would support the proposed bill. The law will be voted on in the coming weeks. Taking to his Twitter, Dupond-Moretti said, "Nobody should have to reveal their intimate reasons for changing their name to the state." ALSO READ | Netherlands starts Omicron lockdown just as Christmas season approaches In France, citizens can change their family name but the procedure is quite long and difficult, which requires them to prove to the justice ministry a legitimate reason for doing so. The new law is intended to simplify the process. As per a report by Reuters, citizens will be free to keep their father's family name, take their mother's family name or take both in whichever order they wish after the new law. In an interview with Elle magazine, Dupond-Moretti said the new legislation will make it easier to change the family name of citizens raised by single mothers or by two fathers or two mothers. ALSO READ | Facebook pays fine in Russia over content deemed illegal "It will be a law of equality between parents, a law of freedom for every French person. It will be carried by the deputy Patrick Vignal, the deputies of the majority and is supported by a collective, "Bear My Name"," Elle quoted Dupond-Moretti as saying. "I am thinking in particular of the child who bears the name of a man who was not a father but a progenitor who forgot his homework," the minister said. The legislation would also be a solution for people wishing to change their family name after traumatic situations such as incest, or violence by a father against the mother of his children, he said. Beaucoup de Francais sont fiers de leur nom de famille mais ce n’est pas le cas de tous. L’intime n’ayant pas à être dévoilé à l’Etat, passé 18 ans, vous aurez demain la liberté de choisir 1 fois entre le nom de votre père, celui de votre mère ou les deux.https://t.co/2E6W9PWeCZ — Eric Dupond-Moretti (@E_DupondM) December 19, 2021 × (With inputs from agencies)

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French Justice Minister Eric&nbsp;Dupond-Moretti&nbsp;was charged Friday in a conflict of interest inquiry after questioning by investigating magistrates, his lawyers said.

Eric Dupond-Moretti, a 60-year-old former star lawyer, was recruited by President Emmanuel Macron just a year ago, swapping his life as one of the country's most famous criminal lawyers for a career in politics.&nbsp;

Now he stands accused of taking advantage of his position as minister to settle scores with opponents from his legal career.

"The justice minister is not above the law, but he is not beneath it either," Dupond-Moretti&nbsp;told journalists as he arrived at the Law Court of the Republic in central Paris.

He is France's first sitting justice minister to be charged in a legal probe.

Under French law, a formal investigation means there is "serious or consistent evidence" implicating a suspect. It is one step closer to a trial, but it does not amount to being charged.

The person can be charged at a later date if further evidence emerges against them, or the investigation can be dropped.

Dupond-Moretti&nbsp;was questioned for hours by the Cour de Justice de La Republique, a special court that deals with complaints against serving ministers.

In January, the court launched an investigation after an anti-corruption group and three magistrates' unions filed conflict of interest complaints against Dupond-Moretti.

Dupond-Moretti has said the unions were using the allegations of conflict of interest to block his reforms.

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French Justice Minister Eric Dupond-Moretti was charged Friday in a conflict of interest inquiry after questioning by investigating magistrates, his lawyers said.

French Justice Minister Eric Dupond-Moretti was charged Friday in a conflict of interest inquiry after questioning by investigating magistrates, his lawyers said. Eric Dupond-Moretti, a 60-year-old former star lawyer, was recruited by President Emmanuel Macron just a year ago, swapping his life as one of the country's most famous criminal lawyers for a career in politics. Now he stands accused of taking advantage of his position as minister to settle scores with opponents from his legal career. "The justice minister is not above the law, but he is not beneath it either," Dupond-Moretti told journalists as he arrived at the Law Court of the Republic in central Paris. He is France's first sitting justice minister to be charged in a legal probe. Under French law, a formal investigation means there is "serious or consistent evidence" implicating a suspect. It is one step closer to a trial, but it does not amount to being charged. The person can be charged at a later date if further evidence emerges against them, or the investigation can be dropped. Dupond-Moretti was questioned for hours by the Cour de Justice de La Republique, a special court that deals with complaints against serving ministers. In January, the court launched an investigation after an anti-corruption group and three magistrates' unions filed conflict of interest complaints against Dupond-Moretti. Dupond-Moretti has said the unions were using the allegations of conflict of interest to block his reforms. (With inputs from agencies)