Tabloids, for example, were quick in putting forward extravagant hypotheses about the identity of the father.
Dati is already back to work at the Place Vendôme, where her ministry, and the luxury jewels she supposed to be fond of—a tidbit that French media have repeatedly called attention to—are located.
Dati, a self-made politician entrusted by Nicolas Sarkozy to one of the highest positions in the French government, has been for months in open conflict with judges and lawyers over her supposedly imperious style of management.
Dati has initiated an important reform of the French legal system, which includes reducing the role of small regional courts, as well as introducing more severe punishments for recidivist criminals.
Her perceived lack of cooperation with concerned parties, and apparent taste for luxury in a difficult economic environment, has caused general opposition against her.
It is still unclear whether she will remain in her current position, or whether the lack of popularity will make driving the reforms impossible.
