Emmanuel Macron has become the least popular president in modern French history, with a shocking new poll revealing his approval rating has collapsed to just 13%. The survey, conducted by the Elabe Institute and reported by Le Journal du Dimanche, shows an 11-point drop since August as France grapples with widespread riots and political turmoil.
Historic Low for Macron
The poll found a staggering 82% of respondents now say they distrust Macron, with 60% declaring they “do not trust him at all.” This puts him below even his scandal-plagued predecessor François Hollande, who previously held the record with a 14% approval rating in 2016. Analysts note this is the lowest confidence level ever recorded in the Elabe barometer’s history.
Riots and Backlash
Macron’s dramatic decline coincides with weeks of violent protests led by far-left groups and disaffected youth from immigrant communities. Despite positioning himself as a stabilizing force, the president has faced sharp criticism for his perceived inaction during the unrest, which has caused billions in damages and left hundreds of law enforcement officers injured.
Rather than accepting responsibility, Macron has blamed external factors including U.S. policies under former President Donald Trump for Europe’s energy crisis. He’s avoided addressing how his own immigration policies may have contributed to social divisions fueling the violence.
Le Pen’s Surge
Meanwhile, National Rally leader Marine Le Pen has emerged as France’s most popular politician at 35% support, with her deputy Jordan Bardella close behind at 33%. Her tough-on-crime rhetoric during the riots—promising swift punishment for offenders and automatic expulsion for foreign criminals—has resonated with voters.
Perhaps most surprisingly, Le Pen is gaining ground with younger voters, with nearly one-third of 18-24 year olds now supporting her. The shift suggests a potential rightward realignment in French politics as Macron’s centrist coalition falters.
Source: www.breitbart.com — https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/11/07/poll-emmanuel-macron-the-least-popular-president-in-modern-french-history-at-just-13-per-cent-support/