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Judge opens probe into politician Philippe over corruption charges, French media reports

PARIS, May 19 - A French judge has opened a probe into centrist politician Edouard Philippe over accusations of misappropriation of public funds, favoritism, conflict of interest and extortion, French media reported on Tuesday.

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Judge opens probe into politician Philippe over corruption charges, French media reportsPARIS, May 19 - A French judge has opened a probe into centrist politician Edouard Philippe over accusations of misappropriation of public funds, favoritism, conflict of interest and extortion, French media reported on Tuesday.
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