Pressure on scandal hit fillon as polls point at disapproval
It seems like you're referring to the ongoing scandal surrounding French presidential candidate François Fillon. Here's a summary of the situation:
François Fillon, a former Prime Minister of France, has been embroiled in a corruption scandal since January 2017. The scandal revolves around allegations that he paid his wife and children for fake jobs as parliamentary assistants, which is illegal in France.
Recent polls have shown that Fillon's popularity has taken a significant hit due to the scandal. According to a survey conducted by the French polling agency Ifop, Fillon's approval rating has dropped to 24%, down from 35% in January. The same poll found that 64% of respondents disapprove of Fillon's handling of the scandal.
The scandal has also led to Fillon's campaign being plagued by questions about his integrity and honesty. Many have called for him to step down as a candidate, and some have even accused him of being involved in a "system of corruption" within the French government.
Fillon has denied any wrongdoing and has claimed that the allegations against him are part of a "plot" to discredit him. However, the scandal has clearly taken a toll on his popularity and has raised questions about his ability to lead the country.
It remains to be seen how the scandal will impact Fillon's chances in the upcoming French presidential election.