Brigitte Macron Expresses Doubts About Emmanuel Macron’s Political Future

Brigitte Macron, the wife of French President Emmanuel Macron, has expressed doubts about her husband’s ability to completely step away from politics after his second term ends in 2027. In an interview with RTL on Friday, January 10, 2025, she questioned whether politicians can ever truly leave the political arena, stating, “Can one really stop politics? And which politicians do you know who have stopped? Those I know, in their minds, it’s not settled.”

Brigitte Macron emphasized that her husband has not yet revealed his future plans but expressed hope that he would “take a break from work” after leaving office. She described the intense workload and adrenaline that come with the presidency, suggesting that Macron would need time to decompress. “He is so busy right now. I think it takes time to project oneself into a situation, especially after so much adrenaline,” she said.

The First Lady also addressed the emotional toll of the presidency, revealing that her husband feels “extremely hurt” by the harsh criticism he faces, particularly on social media. “How can people verbally assassinate others like that? I don’t understand it. It completely baffles me,” she said, reflecting on the personal attacks the couple has endured.

Brigitte Macron’s comments come amid a challenging period for the French president, whose popularity has hit record lows. According to a recent Elabe poll for *Les Échos*, only 18% of French citizens trust Macron to effectively address the country’s problems. The president has also faced criticism for his decision to dissolve the National Assembly, a move that has been widely debated within his own political camp.

Despite these challenges, Brigitte Macron remains steadfast in her support for her husband, praising his dedication and hard work. “He puts all his intelligence, all his heart into serving the French people,” she said. However, she also expressed concern about the impact of social media on public discourse, particularly after Meta announced the end of its fact-checking program in the United States. “We need education about social media. Those who created these platforms must find antidotes to protect users,” she urged.

As Emmanuel Macron approaches the final years of his presidency, the question of his political future remains unanswered. While his wife hopes for a quieter life, she acknowledges that the pull of politics may be hard to resist. “History will ultimately determine whether the dissolution [of the National Assembly] was the right decision or not,” she concluded.