Nicolas Sarkzoy leaves home for prison in front of family and supporters

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Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy leaves his home ahead of his 5-year prison sentence set to start this October 21, 2025 for campaign finance conspiracy, under the cries of supporters and surrounded by his family. The crowd gathered in front of his home at the call of his son, Louis Sarkozy. FRANCE 24's Ellen Gainsford comments from the scene.