Influencer's Walkout Disrupts French Parliament Hearing

French Parliament Suspends Hearing After Masculinist Influencer Storms Out PARIS, FRANCE – A tense moment unfolded during a parliamentary hearing in the French National Assembly today when controversial masculinist influencer Alex Hitchens abruptly left the session. The hearing, focused on the impact of social media influencers, was interrupted when Hitchens, apparently dissatisfied with the line of questioning, simply left. The chairman of the committee, Arthur Delaporte, immediately suspended the session. "Excusez-moi, on va couper le son de monsieur Hitchens," he said, indicating that Hitchens' microphone would be muted. He later explained the need to contact Hitchens to inform him of the proper procedure. Delaporte emphasized that participants cannot leave a hearing without notifying the committee. "It is not acceptable to leave a hearing without permission," Delaporte stated. "We must maintain order and respect the process." The incident sparked debate online, with some criticizing Hitchens' behavior and others defending his right to express his views. The hearing was later resumed. The video clip from the hearing has gone viral, underscoring the ongoing debate about the role and influence of social media personalities in public discourse.