Gérard Larcher

Gérard Larcher is a French politician who has been the President of the Senate since 2017. He is currently in the news due to his efforts to promote a unified conservative candidate for the 2027 presidential election, which has sparked debate within his party and among political analysts. Recent events include his criticism for his handling of the Guerriau affair, where a senator was convicted of drugging a deputy, and his calls for a 'candidat unique' from the right and center to increase their chances in the second round of the election. His efforts have been seen as an attempt to unite the conservative parties behind a single candidate, but they have also raised questions about his leadership style and ability to manage internal party conflicts.