Lisnard calls for Ciotti to leave RN

Presidential candidate David Lisnard, representing the liberal party, urged Éric Ciotti, former president of the LR party, to leave the National Rally (RN) and join him in the 2027 election. Lisnard, the mayor of Cannes, argued that RN leader Marine Le Pen’s retirement reform proposal does not align with Ciotti’s views.

Lisnard highlights policy differences

Lisnard stated that the program of UDR, Ciotti’s party, is close to his own positions but far from those of the National Rally. He questioned how prosperity could be relaunched and spending reduced with RN's proposal to lower the retirement age to 62 or even 60 years.

Lisnard doubts Le Pen’s economic credibility

He also expressed doubts about the economic credibility of Marine Le Pen, stating he had "listened to her and found her not credible on these economic and financial issues." Lisnard urged Ciotti to join him, emphasizing the differences between his economic program and that of the National Rally.

Lisnard references antisemitic claims

Lisnard referenced recent reports by Mediapart about antisemitic messages attributed to Jordan Bardella, a prominent RN figure, though Bardella denies the claims. Lisnard mentioned that the issue had "resurfaced through Mediapart" when asked if the accusations were founded.

Lisnard’s poll numbers improve

Lisnard has seen an improvement in his poll numbers in recent weeks, both in terms of notoriety and voting intentions.