Presidential Election 2027: Jean-Luc Mélenchon says he will cancel his appearance on TF1's "20 heures," which he accuses of allowing Edouard Philippe to deliver a "disgusting speech" on immigration

Jean-Luc Mélenchon criticized Edouard Philippe's interview on TF1, deciding not to appear on the same show. He accused Philippe of spreading racist slanders, while TF1 defended its journalist's professionalism. Philippe had commented on the involvement of youth from immigrant backgrounds in recent riots, which sparked controversy. In response, Philippe labeled Mélenchon as promoting extreme left narratives. TF1 clarified that Mélenchon's absence was pre-planned and not a reaction to Philippe's interview. Mélenchon has a history of contentious relations with the media, often criticizing their coverage and accusing them of amplifying far-right rhetoric.