France’s new Defender of Rights, François-Noël Buffet, has ignited controversy after his appointment—despite a history of voting against same-sex marriage and reproductive rights for LGBTQ+ individuals. Critics fear his past positions undermine the office’s mission, even as Buffet claims he’s evolved and will act independently, citing his work on prison reform and disability access. With the Defender’s recommendations holding significant sway over legal and public policy outcomes, many question whether this political pick truly serves vulnerable communities—or signals a troubling retreat from human rights progress.
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