Overview

• François Hollande emphasized the importance of Emmanuel Macron completing his second term, citing the risk of a 'major institutional crisis' if he resigns prematurely.
• Despite significant public discontent, with 61% of French citizens reportedly favoring Macron's resignation, Hollande stressed the need to respect democratic mandates.
• Hollande dismissed the idea of dissolving the National Assembly, arguing that the current division into three political blocs makes a new election unlikely to yield a different outcome.
• He called on the government of François Bayrou to pursue significant reforms, particularly on pensions and tax fairness, to maintain stability and avoid censure motions.
• Hollande also advocated for rebuilding an independent Socialist Party, distancing it from La France Insoumise, and preparing for the 2027 presidential elections.