Political Turmoil in Val-de-Marne
Three days after his election as LR deputy for Val-de-Marne, Vincent Jeanbrun has been dismissed from his position as the leader of the 'Île-de-France Rassemblee' group. This group, which is a key component of the regional majority led by Valérie Pécresse, saw an unexpected change in leadership. Othman Nasrou, a close ally of Pécresse, has been appointed as his successor. Jeanbrun, the mayor of L'Haÿ-les-Roses, expressed that the decision was not his and assured his commitment to his parliamentary duties.
Speculations and Future Plans
The replacement of Jeanbrun has raised questions, especially given his recent prominence following a car-ramming attack on his home and his role during the urban riots of summer 2023. Pécresse accused Jeanbrun of being 'Macron-compatible' and conspiring with the outgoing majority, despite his assurances of loyalty to the LR group. His election campaign poster and the lack of a central bloc candidate against him fueled these suspicions.
Meanwhile, Jeanbrun has announced that he will take his time in deciding his successor as mayor of L'Haÿ-les-Roses. The name of Mélanie Nowak, his wife and current deputy for Culture, is being speculated upon. However, Jeanbrun is waiting for the legal time limit for appeals to pass, following a complaint by RN candidate Claude Lédion regarding voting irregularities. The outcome of this appeal could affect the timing of Jeanbrun's resignation as mayor, which is mandated by law to occur within thirty days following his election as deputy.
- Vincent Jeanbrun's recent media exposure and his dismissal from the 'Île-de-France Rassemblee' group have sparked intrigue and speculation within the political community. His successor, Othman Nasrou, is expected to bring unity while respecting diverse opinions and backgrounds.
- The decision on the future mayor of L'Haÿ-les-Roses is further complicated by a legal appeal filed by RN candidate Claude Lédion. The appeal concerns the absence of RN ballots at a polling station during the first round of voting. The investigation into this appeal could delay Jeanbrun's resignation as mayor, which is required by law within thirty days of his election as deputy if no legal challenges are upheld.
