Jean-Luc Mélenchon, the leader of La France Insoumise, organized a press conference where he expressed solidarity with the Young Guard, a group associated with the late national activist, Quentin. At this conference, Mélenchon pointedly excluded traditional media representatives, reflecting his distrust towards what he described as the "media party". He reiterated that the media has a problem with him rather than the other way around, emphasizing his contentious relationship with mainstream journalism.

Throughout his remarks, Mélenchon directed harsh criticisms towards the mainstream media, suggesting that their coverage of the events surrounding Quentin's death is biased. He sought to present an alternative narrative using only select new media outlets that he deemed sympathetic to his political stance. By doing so, he aims to defend himself against accusations that his party has any connection with the violent events leading to Quentin’s death, which has sparked outrage and national discourse about political violence in France.

This incident highlights the deepening divide between traditional media and figures like Mélenchon, who are increasingly leveraging alternative media channels to bolster their communication strategies. In a climate where political narratives are heavily scrutinized, Mélenchon’s choice to sidestep conventional journalism may further complicate the already contentious media landscape, particularly regarding sensitive issues like political extremism and violence.