Patrick Cohen Denounces Distorted Replays of Remarks by Charles Alloncle

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Main Subject: patrick Cohen’s response to accusations made by Charles Alloncle, the rapporteur of a commission of inquiry into public broadcasting. Cohen is defending himself against claims made during and after his hearing.

Key Accusations & Cohen’s Rebuttals:

* Murder of Thomas in Crépol: Alloncle claimed Cohen showed “no regret” for downplaying the facts in an editorial. Cohen states this didn’t emerge in their discussions.
* Labeling Thomas’s Relatives as “Neo-Nazis”: Alloncle accused Cohen of calling relatives who came to Romans-sur-Isère “neo-Nazis.” Cohen vehemently denies this, clarifying that the individuals in question were ultra-right activists (some identified as neo-nazis) who were armed and spreading violence, not close to Thomas or there to express grief.
* Discrediting Rachida Dati: Alloncle accused Cohen of planning to use public service broadcasting to discredit Rachida Dati. Cohen points out this serious accusation was never put to him during his hearing, and he believes no evidence was presented to support it.

Cohen’s Overall Tone: Cohen is assertive and directly challenges Alloncle’s statements, stating he “stands straight” in front of the commission. He emphasizes the lack of prospect to respond to the accusations during his hearing and the absence of supporting evidence.

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* https://www.lemonde.fr/economie/article/2025/12/19/patrick-cohen-a-la-commission-d-enquete-sur-l-audiovisuel-public-devant-vous-cet-apres-midi-je-me-tiens-droit_6658606_3234.html – The article itself.
* https://www.lemonde.fr/m-le-mag/article/2023/12/31/mort-de-thomas-a-crepol-le-grand-emballement_6208495_4500055.html – article about the murder of young Thomas in Crépol.