Les Républicains
Xavier Bertrand reaffirms commitment to republican front against RN
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In an interview aired on December 7, 2025, Xavier Bertrand, LR president of the Hauts-de-France region, distanced himself from Nicolas Sarkozy's recent statements on potential alignment with the Rassemblement national (RN). He reiterated his fight against extremes—neither LFI nor RN—and rejected the idea of a 'union of the rights' that he sees as an alliance with the far right.
Bruno Retailleau, leader of the Les Républicains party, is poised to enter the race for the 2027 French presidency. After months of hesitation, he has solidified his decision over the holidays, with an announcement expected in days or weeks.
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Following the 'common foundation' experience, Les Républicains aim to reposition themselves by unveiling their economic project led by Bruno Retailleau. This document seeks to project the party into the future while distinguishing it from current pressures. Amid the upcoming budget debate, it provides an alternative to the dilemmas posed by socialist demands.
The Les Républicains party suspended six of its members on Wednesday for joining the Sébastien Lecornu II government, highlighting an internal rift following Bruno Retailleau's departure. The decision, approved by a majority of the political bureau, aims to preserve the party's independence against what it sees as a leftward shift. Retailleau, with no regrets, reaffirmed his critical stance in a TV interview.
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Les Républicains suspended six of their ministers on Wednesday, October 22, who joined the Sébastien Lecornu II government despite party instructions. The ministers involved, including Annie Genevard and Rachida Dati, had stepped back from their party roles while reaffirming their attachment to LR. This decision, voted at a political bureau meeting, divides the party between leadership and lawmakers.