French union leader and Medef clash over RN engagement ahead of election

Medef president Patrick Martin criticizes CFDT secretary Marylise Léon for refusing dialogue with the far-right Rassemblement National, prompting a sharp rebuttal from Léon who defends her consistent stance. The dispute highlights intra-elite tensions over how to handle the RN as the 2027 presidential election approaches, potentially shaping political alignments.