Laurent Wauquiez
Laurent Wauquiez is a French politician who has served as the president of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region since 2016. He previously held national roles as a minister under President Nicolas Sarkozy…
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Jul 2, 2026
Far Right
Called for Bruno Retailleau to step aside if his presidential candidacy stays below 10%, and extended an olive branch to Édouard Philippe.
Jul 2, 2026
Lean Right
Gave exclusive interview to Le Figaro detailing his 2027 strategy, including overtures to Edouard Philippe, conditions on Gabriel Attal, and fears about Bruno Retailleau.
Jul 1, 2026
Far Right
Wauquiez said Bruno Retailleau must withdraw if his presidential candidacy stays below 10% and reached out to Edouard Philippe for a right-wing alliance.
Jul 1, 2026
Lean Right
Wauquiez gave an exclusive interview detailing his hand to Edouard Philippe, conditions to Gabriel Attal, and fears on Bruno Retailleau as he positions himself as a 'guerrier du rassemblement' for 2027.
Jun 18, 2026
Lean Left
The Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, still under Wauquiez's influence, is cutting public funding for national choreographic centers.
Jun 18, 2026
Lean Left
The LR president of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes cut public funding for choreography centers, preferring to support private companies.
Jun 9, 2026
Lean Right
The Droite Républicaine group president declared the right's 'loss machine is running' for 2027 and is pushing a primary that could include Renaissance members if they align on right-wing ideas.