Macron accused foreign leaders, including some across the Atlantic, of exploiting France's riots for political campaigns. He confirmed Trump was among them.
Why it matters: The protests began in September over education and living costs, then turned violent. Trump argues immigration, not those issues, is driving the unrest.
Where they split: The dispute is over cause: Trump and allies blame immigration, while Macron and French officials point to economic and education grievances and call the migrant claims false.
Center coverage, 15 sources: The center focuses on Macron's rebuttal and notes Trump and other leaders offered no evidence for the migrant link.
Left coverage, 11 sources: The left sees Trump making unsubstantiated claims about Muslim migrants to rally supporters, with Macron pushing back.
Right coverage, 14 sources: The right sees Macron attacking Trump while Trump and other leaders tie France's chaos to mass immigration.
What’s next: Student unions and "yellow vest" groups have called new protests for Thursday and Saturday.
