Ahead of the 2026 municipal elections, the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes social and solidarity economy sector is pushing to highlight its economic and social contributions to political candidates.
Jérôme Guedj announces his 2027 presidential bid as an independent left-wing candidate, rejecting participation in the upcoming left primary and emphasizing secular and republican values.
The French Interior Ministry’s reclassification of La France insoumise as an extreme left party has triggered backlash and legal threats from party leaders ahead of the 2026 municipal elections.
France’s National Assembly is set to debate a bill expanding municipal voting rights to non-EU foreigners while local groups have secured electoral access for the Romani community.
France's 2026 budget faces constitutional appeals and economic pressures amid falling GDP and plans for major fiscal reforms.
Prosecutors seek a five-year ineligibility ruling against Marine Le Pen, potentially barring her from the 2027 presidential race and prompting questions about her political future.
Marine Le Pen faces potential prison and political ineligibility amid appeal trials over misuse of European funds and parliamentary assistants, threatening her presidential aspirations.
The prosecution's request for a five-year ineligibility for Marine Le Pen has intensified political reactions as the summer court decision looms, potentially barring her from the 2027 presidential race.
Marine Le Pen faces a potential five-year ineligibility following the FN assistants appeal trial, complicating her 2027 presidential bid amid ongoing legal proceedings.
X and Elon Musk reject the French investigation into alleged harmful content dissemination as politically motivated, amid summons and raids.
The exposure of U.S. legal documents implicating French individuals in the Epstein case prompts scrutiny and raises the question of possible prosecutions in France, particularly spotlighting Caroline Lang's involvement and resignation.
Voters in France face upcoming deadlines to register for the 2026 municipal elections, with specific procedures and eligibility criteria outlined to ensure participation.
Voters in France must register by early February and plan proxy voting now to participate in the March 2026 municipal elections.
Marine Le Pen's appeal trial over misuse of EU funds resumes in Paris with prosecutors seeking reaffirmation of guilt and ineligibility, raising critical stakes for her 2027 presidential bid.
Local politicians in Marseille, Fréjus, and Mont-de-Marsan face ongoing judicial investigations for corruption and favoritism amid 2026 municipal elections.
The CESE and CEVIPOF will present and analyze the 16th wave of France's political trust barometer at a plenary session on February 10, 2026, sparking discussions on democratic engagement.
Emmanuel Macron visits a farm in Vesoul and meets with agricultural leaders to support farmers affected by health crises ahead of the Salon de l’agriculture.
Marine Le Pen's appeal trial on misuse of European parliamentary funds resumes with the prosecution seeking penalties that threaten her 2027 presidential bid.
Doubs authorities provide candidates with detailed procedural resources and highlight voting system reforms ahead of the March 2026 municipal elections.
The 2026 French municipal elections are governed by strict campaign rules covering conduct, media fairness, candidate eligibility, and electoral communication to ensure election integrity.
France's 2026 budget was definitively passed after rejection of censure motions, with PM Lecornu highlighting the parliamentary compromise behind it.
Growing political tensions and historic electoral breakthroughs signal a shifting landscape ahead of France's 2027 elections, with rising nationalist influence and leftist party divisions.
Former French Culture Minister Jack Lang publicly admits to past social links with Jeffrey Epstein, expressing shock at Epstein's criminal behavior revealed by new U.S. Justice Department documents.
France's 2026 municipal elections introduce new voting system changes, parity requirements for candidate lists, and digital proxy voting ahead of the March polls.
Student leader supports 1 euro meal initiative but urges broader social aid reforms amid student precarity concerns in France.
France is advancing housing reforms focused on decentralization and climate adaptation while maintaining political stability amid recent censure attempts.
Starting February 2, 2026, French media must enforce new rules guaranteeing equal political coverage and electoral silence ahead of the municipal elections on March 15 and 22.
Rachida Dati faces a tight contest with Emmanuel Grégoire in Paris' 2026 municipal elections as she prepares to unveil her program amid challenges and competition.
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu secures parliamentary support to pass France's 2026 budget amid motions of censure and calls for institutional reform.
French Overseas Territories Minister Naïma Moutchou unveils a robust anti-drug trafficking strategy centered on ports and airports, backed by President Macron's call for stronger action.
Increasing avoidance of traditional media by Macron and Lecornu sparks debate on transparency and democratic engagement in France.
Éric Ciotti claims a decisive UDR win in Haute-Savoie legislative election, criticizing LR's support for government budget and calling for right-wing unity.
Antoine Valentin of the UDR wins the Haute-Savoie partial legislative election, defeating LR's Christophe Fournier and marking a heavy blow to LR in a traditional right-wing stronghold.
France's 2026 budget negotiations culminate in political concessions, economic challenges, and controversial government tactics that threaten fiscal stability and public trust.
Demonstrators protested Iran’s repression at its UN ambassador’s residence, coinciding with Tehran's tit-for-tat designation of European armies as terrorists in response to EU sanctions.
French leaders express deep dissatisfaction with Ursula von der Leyen’s authoritarian leadership and diplomatic missteps, straining France-EU relations amid Mercosur trade deal tensions.
Local governments in France face financial and political challenges in cultural policy ahead of the 2026 municipal elections, risking the future of cultural decentralization.
Voters in Strasbourg and Bordeaux express growing skepticism and disillusionment toward local politicians and the municipal election process ahead of 2026 polls.
A recent poll shows 58% of French support business leaders as presidents and advocate greater consideration of entrepreneurial views in government policies.
Controversies in Roubaix and Arles highlight political tensions as candidates vie for 2026 municipal election victories.
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