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François Hollande

Former President of France (2012-2017), Socialist Party

2 articles · 7 July 2025 to 19 August 2026

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Has hinted at running as an independent rather than participating in the party primary.
Stated in private discussions that he is 'of course' convinced Macron is still considering another election, calling it his 'last power'.

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Glucksmann to enter French presidential race as centre-left fractures

The MEP and Place Publique leader will join a Socialist Party primary alongside Ségolène Royal and Philippe Brun, but polls show Marine Le Pen far ahead and the left divided between Glucksmann and Jean-Luc Mélenchon.

Sofia Marchetti19 August 202611 min read

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Macon faces pressure to call second snap election as Bayrou government falters

One year after his gamble backfired, the French president again holds the constitutional power to dissolve parliament. Allies say he is tempted, despite public denials.

Clara Devereux7 July 20258 min read

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