On June 18, Mikheil Saakashvili, the third President of Georgia, announced that journalist Nanuka Zhorzholiani had accepted his request to begin consultations with party organizations across the country. In a post on social media, Saakashvili described the party as a combination of experienced members and a new generation of politicians. He also emphasized that Tina Bokuchava would continue to play a leading role within the party, citing her experience and potential. Saakashvili further stressed that he remains a member of the United National Movement and intends to continue his political struggle. Bokuchava also reaffirmed her commitment to the party, stating that she saw the need to clarify her position after the previous day's briefing due to numerous media inquiries. According to her, she will remain in the United National Movement and continue fighting for Georgia's future.

On the same day, Zhorzholiani stated that, immediately after arriving in Georgia, she traveled directly from the airport to Adjara at Saakashvili's request. She explained that she would hold meetings with representatives of party organizations from all regions and relay their views and expectations to Saakashvili. Only after those consultations, she noted, would a decision be made regarding whether she or another candidate would receive Saakashvili's backing for the party leadership. Zhorzholiani also argued that discussions about the future chairperson of the United National Movement are premature. She emphasized that the opinions of local party organizations should be the determining factor in selecting a leader, regardless of the title attached to the position. According to her, the views of regional representatives are more important than those of political circles or individual supporters.

Commenting on the party's internal dynamics, Zhorzholiani stated that many members regard Levan Khabeishvili as the most effective chairperson the party has had. She remarked that even though she had once shared criticism of Khabeishvili, many activists now consider him to have been the party's best leader. Zhorzholiani added that five years in prison could affect a person's perception of public opinion, suggesting that information reaching Saakashvili may not always fully reflect realities on the ground.