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France's Elections: Far-Right Seeks Power Amid Divisions

3/13/2026

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France's municipal elections on March 15 and 22 will shape the 2027 presidential race.
The far-right National Rally aims to expand influence after a weak 2020 showing.
RN candidates are competitive in Toulon, Nîmes, and Marseille.
President Emmanuel Macron's Renaissance party is struggling, fielding fewer candidates and seeking alliances.
The left faces divisions between the Socialist Party and France Unbowed, potentially jeopardizing their chances.

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Story summary

France's municipal elections on March 15 and 22 will shape the 2027 presidential race.
The far-right National Rally aims to expand influence after a weak 2020 showing.
RN candidates are competitive in Toulon, Nîmes, and Marseille.
President Emmanuel Macron's Renaissance party is struggling, fielding fewer candidates and seeking alliances.
The left faces divisions between the Socialist Party and France Unbowed, potentially jeopardizing their chances.