France: Court of Auditors criticizes Élysée for travel and reception expenses

While the French state must significantly reduce its spending, with at least 20 billion euros of savings to be found in the future budget, the Court of Auditors has highlighted in a report the spending of the presidency of the Republic. In 2023, the budget of the Élysée Palace has slipped, exceeding its allocation. The cause: expensive receptions and long-distance trips.