How France’s riots could reshape the presidential race | DW News

France is picking up the pieces after a weekend of riots and looting overshadowed weeks of largely peaceful student protests. Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu says “troublemakers and looters” and “ultra-left radical groups” were behind the violence. Local curfews are now being introduced as authorities try to regain control. But what evidence is there for the government's claims? And with a presidential election approaching, who could benefit from the chaos? We spoke to journalist Chris Bockman. #dwcurrentaffairs #france Chapters: 0:00 Riots and curfews in France 0:41 Government response to unrest 1:23 Political impact and elections 2:09 Esca (Source: DW News | Region: Global)