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France & United States — United States Department of Justice

9 shared events · Importance 3 · Last updated May 17, 2026

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Regulatory
France: French authorities are leading the investigation into X and its executives, asserting their jurisdiction over the platform's operations within the national territory.
United States — United States Department of Justice: The United States — United States Department of Justice was alerted by French prosecutors regarding potential criminal offenses related to X and Xai, but reportedly refused to assist, citing concerns about interference with an American business and free expression.
Apr 20, 2026 · 74 articles
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Domestic
France: France is conducting the human trafficking investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's network, with French magistrates seeking to investigate offenses committed in France or involving French perpetrators.
United States — United States Department of Justice: The United States — United States Department of Justice released files from its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, which prompted France to open its own human trafficking investigation.
May 17, 2026 · 11 articles
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Regulatory
France: France, through its prosecutor's office, is leading the investigation into X and Elon Musk, asserting its judicial independence despite claims of political motivation from the US.
United States — United States Department of Justice: The United States — United States Department of Justice reportedly sent a letter to the Paris prosecutor, stating non-cooperation with the probe, which it considers politically motivated.
Apr 20, 2026 · 12 articles
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International
France: France has refused to allow Israel to use its airspace for resupplying American weapons for the Iran war and has been criticized by Donald Trump for being 'VERY UNHELPFUL'. French officials have also clarified NATO's defensive mandate.
United States — United States Department of Justice: The United States — United States Department of Justice's legal counsel issued an opinion in 2020 stating that the president has exclusive authority to withdraw from treaties, which could be cited in a court challenge to a NATO withdrawal.
Apr 01, 2026 · 113 articles
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International
France: France is investigating Block, Inc. and Elon Musk for alleged misconduct, an unrelated regulatory and technology event.
United States — United States Department of Justice: The United States — United States Department of Justice is scrambling to rebuild its workforce, an unrelated domestic issue in the United States.
Apr 19, 2026 · 29 articles
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Sep 05, 2025 · 18 articles
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Domestic
Feb 07, 2026 · 20 articles
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International
Feb 10, 2026 · 6 articles
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Regulatory
Mar 21, 2026 · 6 articles
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