François Hollande Calls for Leadership Change in French Socialist Party

The former French president urges a new direction for the Socialist Party, advocating for a broader alliance and the replacement of Olivier Faure as leader.

François Hollande has publicly called for a new leader to replace Olivier Faure as the head of the French Socialist Party.
Hollande proposes a party congress in early 2025 to facilitate this leadership change and to expand alliances with social-democrats like Raphaël Glucksmann.
The former president criticizes Faure's alignment with France Insoumise, suggesting it limits the party's broader appeal.
Hollande emphasizes the need for a united front to counter the rise of the extreme right in French politics.
Tensions between Hollande and Faure have been ongoing, with disagreements over the party's direction and alliances.