Overview
- The Verian survey for Le Figaro published Thursday puts Emmanuel Macron's job approval at 11 percent, the lowest recorded in this series and below François Hollande's November 2016 nadir.
- Political scientist Bruno Cautrès told AFP that many citizens hold Macron responsible for the ongoing instability that followed his decision to dissolve the National Assembly after the June 2024 European vote.
- Cautrès said Macron no longer projects uncontested leadership on the international stage, which he described as dominated by U.S. President Donald Trump.
- The expert warned that approval could fall into single digits, signaling a transition from a deep structural rift with the public to a complete breach.
- France continues to face a fractured parliament, repeated threats of no‑confidence against the reappointed prime minister, and heavy public debt that has drawn credit downgrades.