Overview
- LCI’s special Objectif 2027 features Philippe live at 8:45 p.m. to field questions from journalists and viewers on taxes, purchasing power, security and international affairs.
- Philippe reiterates his independence after refusing the Defence portfolio in October, saying the role would have required full alignment with the president and silence on disagreements.
- Horizons has declared it will not back the Social Security financing bill in its current form, with the group splitting in a recent vote as 4 deputies supported the revenue section and 15 abstained.
- Socialist leader Olivier Faure urged his party to vote for the compromise budget for adoption in Tuesday’s reading and sharply criticized Philippe’s stance.
- On LCI, Philippe ruled out a right‑wing primary and said he intends to run through to 2027, while noting his presidential bid could be weakened if he fails to win re‑election as Le Havre’s mayor in March 2026.