Franck Louvrier criticizes recent unrest

Franck Louvrier expressed disappointment over recent mobilizations marked by violence and attacks on businesses, stating that France does not deserve such turmoil. He referenced a 2018 prediction by Gerard Collomb, then mayor of Lyon, that France could soon be "face to face" with internal conflict, which Louvrier believes is now materializing.

Three crises affecting France

Louvrier identified three crises affecting France: a political crisis due to the absence of a majority in government, an economic crisis with a national debt of 3,600 billion euros, and a social crisis driven by dissatisfaction with the cost of living, particularly rising fuel prices and difficulties in meeting monthly expenses.

Regional differences in unrest

Louvrier noted that while La Baule remained calm, Nantes and Saint-Nazaire experienced violence and looting, with merchants expressing concern about the impact on their businesses, especially as the end of the year approaches. He launched a campaign encouraging local shopping, arguing that supporting local businesses is crucial to their survival.

Tensions in Nantes linked to politics

Regarding the tensions in Nantes, Louvrier attributed them to the influence of the extreme left, recalling historical tensions related to the Notre-Dame-des-Landes airport project. He criticized President Emmanuel Macron for not being fully connected to the realities of the French people, citing the failure to cancel a trip during a critical period as an example of disconnection from public concerns.

Criticism of Mélenchon and political rhetoric

Louvrier criticized Jean-Luc Mélenchon for exploiting the current situation and for not condemning anti-police slogans, suggesting that Mélenchon's rhetoric could be divisive. He also warned that Mélenchon's statements could be detrimental to his political prospects in the upcoming presidential election.

Response to Trappes attack

Louvrier responded to the Trappes attack by condemning it as ignoble, drawing parallels to the 2012 Toulouse attacks by Mohamed Merah. He disagreed with the mayor of Trappes, who suggested that political statements might have contributed to the attack, arguing that political leaders should focus on supporting the population rather than engaging in political maneuvering.

Support for municipal police

Louvrier called for the implementation of a law allowing municipal police to take a greater role in maintaining order, which he stated had been delayed despite being adopted in the Senate. He emphasized the importance of supporting law enforcement, who face difficult situations in their duty.

Concerns about 2027 presidential campaign

Louvrier warned that ongoing mobilizations could disrupt the 2027 presidential campaign, stressing the need for a unified right and center candidate to avoid a guaranteed defeat. He supported a primary to select a single candidate, suggesting that Bruno Retailleau could be a viable choice. He expressed concern over the possibility of a National Rally victory but stated that it would depend on the behavior of Marine Le Pen's opponents.