# Macron Blames Social Media Over France's Unrest

> France's president warns social media sows discord ahead of 2027 election amid protests.
- Title: Macron Blames Social Media Over France's Unrest · mint
- Summary: France's president warns social media sows discord ahead of 2027 election amid protests. Macron accuses social media of damaging democracy as France prepares…
- Keywords: france, presidential election, social media, macron, marine le pen, lula, meta, brazil, 2027 election, cost of living, news, india
- Source: mint — https://livemint.com/elections/after-brazils-lula-camp-now-frances-macron-accuses-social-media-of-sowing-discord-ahead-of-polls-why-theyre-in-dock-11793110269154.html
- Author: Bhanu Pratap
- Published: 2026-10-27T15:37:49+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: france, presidential election, social media, macron, marine le pen, lula, meta, brazil, 2027 election, cost of living, news, india
## Macron's Social Media Warning
France's president warns social media sows discord ahead of 2027 election amid protests.
## Macron's October 26 Statement
Macron described social media as a tool that could mobilise people's worst impulses during protests.
## Protests Escalate
October 17 protests turned violent with looting and vandalism.
## France's 2027 Election
France prepares for presidential election in April and May 2027 with run-off if no candidate secures majority.
## Brazilian Campaign Allegations
Lula's campaign accused Meta of restricting reach of its content while boosting rival Bolsonaro.
## Meta's Court Order
Brazil's Superior Electoral Court ordered Meta to ensure equal treatment of presidential candidates.
## Meta's Response
Meta attributed platform issues to technical problems, claiming equal application of rules.
## Election Context
Macron's second term ends in 2027, with Le Pen capitalising on public discontent over cost of living.
## Key takeaway

Macron accuses social media of damaging democracy as France prepares for 2027 presidential election.