During a "Grand Oral Vélo" event in Montpellier on Wednesday, February 18th, Denis Agret, a doctor known for his "antivax" stance during the Covid crisis, attempted to join the discussion, declaring himself a candidate for mayor. Security intervened forcefully, leading to a confrontation that Agret live-streamed on Facebook. Despite attempts by attendees to de-escalate, Agret was eventually escorted out. Agret's candidacy for the 2026 municipal elections remains uncertain, with the deadline for list submissions on Thursday, February 26th. He had previously faced legal issues, including a suspended prison sentence and a temporary ban from practicing medicine, though a recent court of appeal decision overturned his professional ban.