Salamé Reaffirms Exit Pledge as MPs Question France 2 Anchors in Public Media Inquiry

Overview

• Léa Salamé told the commission she would leave the 20h immediately if Raphaël Glucksmann runs for president, noting she previously stepped back in 2019 and 2024.
• She defended her independence and pushed back on a hypothetical about being Jordan Bardella’s partner, a line of questioning that triggered friction between rapporteur Charles Alloncle and chair Jérémie Patrier-Leitus.
• Salamé addressed scrutiny of her dual roles and pay, saying she accepted the 20h salary offered without negotiation and that it matches her predecessors, adding she is not motivated by higher private-sector offers.
• She apologized for recent on-air errors, including the Dominique Bernard–Samuel Paty confusion, as France 2 said an internal review examined how the mistake occurred to prevent a repeat.
• Laurent Delahousse’s calmer hearing emphasized a distinct editorial approach and budget vigilance, as the commission continues with further sessions, including representatives of France TV Slash and Culture Minister Rachida Dati this week.