# Léa Salamé news hosting suspension

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/la-salam-news-hosting-suspension
> Updated: 2026-08-24T17:27:14.000Z. Sources: 19. Developments: 2.

Journalist Léa Salamé has suspended her role as the presenter of France 2’s 20:00 news program following the official presidential candidacy announcement of her partner, Raphaël Glucksmann.

On August 23, 2026, Glucksmann, a Member of the European Parliament and founder of Place publique, formally declared his candidacy for the 2027 French presidential election. He intends to compete in the social-democratic primary scheduled for October, positioning himself as a pro-European alternative to other left-wing figures. His platform focuses on social progress, European security, and support for Ukraine.

Following the announcement, Salamé confirmed her self-suspension via Instagram, stating the decision was made in coordination with newsroom management to “uphold strict journalistic ethics and protect the France Télévisions editorial staff.” While she is stepping away from the flagship evening news to avoid conflicts of interest, she will continue to host the program ‘Quelle époque!’, which will focus on non-political content. Jean-Baptiste Marteau has been named to take over the 20:00 news hosting duties.

On August 24, Glucksmann further detailed his campaign platform via TF1, emphasizing an “ecological revolution” that includes a promise to phase out oil and gas within his first 100 days in office. While he supports the construction of new European Pressurised Reactors (EPRs), his stance on nuclear energy has already highlighted potential friction with allies such as Green Senator Yannick Jadot, who has endorsed his candidacy. Glucksmann’s bid seeks to unite the center-left against figures like Jean-Luc Mélenchon of La France Insoumise.

## Claims

- Raphaël Glucksmann officially announced his candidacy for the 2027 French presidential election. (corroborated by 6 sources)
- Green Senator Yannick Jadot has officially endorsed Glucksmann's candidacy. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Journalist Léa Salamé is stepping down from her role as France 2's 20:00 news anchor for the duration of the campaign. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Glucksmann's platform includes a '100 days of ecological revolution' focused on phasing out oil and gas. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Jean-Luc Mélenchon has already declared his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Glucksmann intends to compete in the social-democratic primary scheduled for October. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Jean-Baptiste Marteau will replace Léa Salamé as the anchor for the France 2 20:00 news. (single source)
- Glucksmann's platform includes a proposal for a mandatory ten-month period of social service for French youth. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-24: Raphaël Glucksmann launches 2027 French presidential campaign

Raphaël Glucksmann has officially launched his 2027 French presidential campaign, focusing on ecological transformation and EU integration while competing in the upcoming social-democratic primary.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/la-salam-suspends-news-hosting-following-glucksmann-candidacy

### 2026-08-18: Léa Salamé may exit France 2 news role amid Glucksmann candidacy

Léa Salamé may exit her role at France 2’s 20:00 news program following Raphaël Glucksmann’s expected announcement of his 2027 presidential candidacy.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/la-salam-may-exit-france-2-news-role-amid-glucksmann-candidacy

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