PARIS — Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has begun a five-year French president prison term after being found guilty in a France corruption case. The French court verdict said he took illegal money from Libya to fund his 2007 election.

This is a big moment in France political news, as Sarkozy is the first modern French president to go to jail. The 70-year-old entered La Santé prison in Paris on Tuesday. He will stay alone in a private cell for safety.

Earlier that day, Sarkozy left his home with his wife, Carla Bruni-Sarkozy. Hundreds of supporters gathered outside, cheering and shouting his name. Many people said they believe he is innocent.

Sarkozy and his lawyers have appealed the decision and asked for his release. His lawyer called the prison sentence “a disgrace.” Sarkozy

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