French President Emmanuel Macron has recorded the lowest approval rating of his presidency since assuming office in 2017, according to a Toluna/Harris Interactive survey released on December 27, 2025. Only 25 percent of respondents expressed a favorable opinion of the head of state, marking a significant decline amid ongoing domestic challenges. The poll, commissioned by the LCI news channel, highlights growing public dissatisfaction as Macron prepares for his traditional end-of-year address.
Analysts from Toluna/Harris Interactive noted that public perception appears heavily influenced by internal political matters rather than Macron's international diplomacy efforts. Jean-Daniel Levy, head of the polling institute, emphasized that domestic issues have overshadowed foreign policy achievements in shaping current opinions. This assessment underscores a shift in how citizens evaluate the president's performance during his second term.
Interest in Macron's upcoming New Year's Eve speech, scheduled for broadcast on December 31, has also waned, with only 37 percent of those surveyed indicating they plan to watch, compared to 40 percent the previous year. The decline reflects broader fatigue with political messaging at a time when economic and social concerns dominate national discourse.
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The survey revealed a general erosion of support across France's political spectrum throughout the year, affecting figures from various parties. Notably, National Rally leader Jordan Bardella emerged with the highest favorable rating at 42 percent, illustrating the shifting dynamics within the French political landscape as far-right influence continues to grow.
Conducted online with 1,099 French adults, the poll carries a margin of error ranging from 1.4 to 3.1 percentage points, providing a reliable snapshot of public sentiment as the nation approaches 2026. These findings present significant challenges for Macron's administration in maintaining momentum on key reforms.
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