LCP, also known as La Chaîne parlementaire, has introduced a new program titled La République des Lettres, in which a presidential candidate will engage in a dialogue with a contemporary author. The show, hosted by journalist and essayist Anna Cabana, aims to explore different perspectives on France, the world, and the era through the lens of politics and literature. The first episode of the program, featuring Édouard Philippe (candidate for the Horizons party) and writer Olivier Norek, was made available on YouTube on September 25, 2026, with planned broadcasts on TNT in the following week. The show is designed to bridge the gap between political discourse and literary thought, offering viewers a unique perspective on current issues and cultural themes. Anna Cabana is an accomplished author with publications including Quelques minutes de vérité (Grasset) and Un fantasme nommé Juppé (Stock). She has previously co-hosted Le Banquet on LCP with Christophe Ono-dit-Biot, a well-known political commentator. Her close ties to the political sphere, through her husband Jean-Michel Blanquer, a former minister in the Macron government, were previously scrutinized by the Council of Journalistic Ethics and Mediation. However, the Authority for the Regulation of Audiovisual and Digital Communication (Arcom) found no breach of obligations at the time, affirming her compliance with journalistic standards. The 26-minute program will be broadcast on Thursday at 20:30, with retransmissions on Friday at 16:00 and Sunday at 17:00. The format allows for in-depth discussions that combine political analysis with literary reflection, offering a platform for thoughtful dialogue. Each episode is designed to highlight the intersection of contemporary political thought and literary expression, providing viewers with a deeper understanding of the issues shaping France and the world today. The guests for the program have not yet been officially announced, but the series is expected to continue featuring prominent figures from both the political and literary worlds. As the program unfolds, it will provide a valuable resource for those interested in the evolving discourse on French politics and culture.