The Elysee Palace rejected the accusation that 500 extras were hired to cheer for Emmanuel Macron at the July 14 parade.

A person posted on social media that a company hired 500 extras to cheer for Macron, generating a wave of reactions. The Elysee Palace responded by resharing the post with a label "False" and a sarcastic comment. Although it received many likes, some internet users remain skeptical of the official explanations. This is not the first time the presidency has used humor to counter rumors, but the strategy could amplify attention on the subject.