Le Canard enchaîné

Le Canard enchaîné is a French satirical weekly newspaper renowned for its investigative journalism and political cartoons. Founded in 1915, it is known for its independent reporting and often critical stance on political and social issues. The newspaper is currently newsworthy for two reasons. Firstly, the death of Jacques-Armand Cardon, a prominent cartoonist, marks the loss of a significant figure in the publication's history. Secondly, Le Canard enchaîné is cited as the source that revealed details of a 1.5 million euro public contract awarded for the commemoration of the 2015 Paris attacks. This contract is now under investigation by the French National Financial Prosecutor's Office, which conducted a search of Paris City Hall. This highlights Le Canard enchaîné's continued relevance as a watchdog, uncovering potential irregularities in public spending and maintaining its role as a critical voice in French society.