French MP Andy Kerbrat Admits Drug Purchase

Andy Kerbrat, a 34-year-old MP from the far-left La France Insoumise (LFI) party, was caught by police buying 1.35 grams of the synthetic drug 3-MMC from an underage dealer in Paris. He has publicly accepted responsibility for his actions, expressing regret for not informing his close associates before the news broke. Kerbrat, who is struggling with drug addiction, has stated his intention to seek treatment, emphasizing that addiction should be treated as a public health issue. However, his actions have drawn sharp criticism from Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau, who has called for Kerbrat's resignation, asserting that MPs must exemplify proper conduct. While some political allies have expressed support, stressing the need for empathy towards addiction, the government maintains a firm stance on accountability. Kerbrat is facing potential legal consequences, including a fine or imprisonment for drug use, although immediate detention is unlikely due to parliamentary immunity.