Matthieu Valet Leads RN in Lille's Fragmented 2026 Municipal Elections
Matthieu Valet will lead the Rassemblement national in Lille's 2026 municipal election amid a fragmented left and post-Martine Aubry era.
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Right-Wing Contest Heats Up in Paris Municipal Elections with Dati and Bournazel
Rachida Dati and Pierre-Yves Bournazel intensify their rivalry ahead of the Paris municipal elections, each projecting distinct visions for the city's future.
Paris 2026 Municipal Elections: Popular Districts and Political Shifts Shape the Campaign
Right-wing opposition targets Paris’ popular districts to overturn left’s 24-year hold in the 2026 municipal elections amid changing electoral rules and complex campaign dynamics.
Paris 2026 Municipal Elections: Divisions on the Right and Left’s Unity Ambitions Shape the Race
Paris’s 2026 municipal election campaign reveals a divided right contrasting with the left’s slow push for unity, setting up a potential political alternation after years of socialist rule.
Jordan Bardella Seeks Independent Political Identity Amid RN's Rising Local Influence
Jordan Bardella's new book marks his political independence as RN gains municipal ground with first-time candidates in key regions.
Marine Tondelier Officially Enters 2027 Presidential Race with Ecological Vision
Marine Tondelier formally announces her 2027 presidential bid, emphasizing ecological reform and left-wing unity amid her party's historic low polls.
French Political Polls Show Persistent Economic Worries Ahead of 2027 Election
October 2025 polls reveal Emmanuel Macron’s low approval, rising satisfaction with far-right figures, and widespread economic pessimism in France ahead of 2027 elections.
Conseil d’État Rejects Marine Le Pen's Appeal Confirming Immediate Ineligibility
The Conseil d’État has upheld Marine Le Pen's immediate ineligibility following her conviction, barring her from upcoming elections and setting the stage for a January 2026 appeal trial.
Catherine Trautmann Announces Bid for Strasbourg Mayoralty in 2025 Municipal Elections
Catherine Trautmann, former Strasbourg mayor, has announced her candidacy for the 2025 municipal elections, focusing on city repair and rejecting party alliances.
Michel Barnier Wins Paris Legislative By-Election with 62% of Votes
Michel Barnier achieves a decisive victory in the Paris legislative by-election, marking his return to the National Assembly.
Jean-Michel Aulas Launches Mayoral Campaign for Lyon 2026
Jean-Michel Aulas officially announces his candidacy for Lyon's mayoral election in 2026, emphasizing public engagement and community representation.
Sophia Chikirou to Lead La France Insoumise in Paris Municipal Elections
Sophia Chikirou to head LFI's campaign in Paris elections, facing strong left-wing competition.
RN Candidate Bryan Masson Aims to Unseat Cagnes-sur-Mer Mayor in 2026 Elections
Bryan Masson of the National Rally challenges Cagnes-sur-Mer's incumbent mayor ahead of the 2026 elections.
Rassemblement National Repositions Itself During Bordeaux Campaign Launch
Marine Le Pen launches the Rassemblement National's political campaign in Bordeaux, highlighting a strategic focus on respectability and local issues.
Political Parties Gear Up for Confidence Vote Ahead of Elections
French political parties are selecting candidates ahead of a critical confidence vote on September 8, 2025.