Overview

• Hidalgo, who has been Paris mayor for over a decade, reportedly plans to step down after her term ends in 2026.
• Reports suggested she might lead an environmental foundation in Brussels created by Michael Bloomberg.
• Her office has strongly denied these claims, calling them unfounded rumors.
• The speculation follows her recent visit to New York, where she met with Bloomberg and other leaders.
• Hidalgo's potential departure could intensify the race for the 2026 Paris mayoral election.