Massive demonstrations swept France on September 23, as tens of thousands rallied against police violence and racism, organized by the left. The nationwide protests came just three months after a youth was fatally shot by a police officer at a traffic check, triggering over a week of rioting. Protesters in Paris and other cities carried signs demanding an end to state violence and accountability. They focused their criticism on article 435-1 of the internal security code, which broadens authorities’ use of force in cases of non-compliance. While unions reported 80,000 participants nationwide, the government cited 31,300, with 9,000 in Paris. Clashes occurred in Paris, leading to injuries and arrests. The protests followed an annual report revealing 38 deaths in 2022 due to police actions, raising concerns about excessive force and racial profiling.