Macron's Popularity Rises to 27%, Surpassing Bayrou in Ipsos Poll

A new poll shows President Macron gaining favorability in a period of heightened international tensions, while Prime Minister Bayrou sees a decline.

President Emmanuel Macron's approval rating increased by 5 points to 27%, while Prime Minister François Bayrou's rating dropped 2 points to 25%.
Macron's popularity rebound follows a January low of 21%, close to his lowest point during the 2018 'gilets jaunes' protests.
Support for Macron grew significantly among ecologists (+9 points), Socialist Party supporters (+8 points), and center-right voters (+6 points).
International crises have become a growing concern for French citizens, rising 16 points to 33%, now ranking third behind purchasing power and the future of the social system.
Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin remains the most popular government figure with 36% approval, ahead of Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau (35%) and Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu (17%).