Municipal Elections 2026: Torn Between the Right, LR in Search of a Line and a Candidate
The French Republican Party (LR) is navigating leadership and candidate selection challenges leading up to the 2026 municipal elections, amidst internal divisions on the political right.
Municipal Elections 2026: Facing a 'Severe Islamist Threat', an LR Candidate from Colombes Put Under Police Protection
A candidate from the LR party in Colombes, facing significant threats and social media intimidation after sharing a controversial cartoon, has been placed under police protection as tensions rise ahead of the 2026 municipal elections.
Retailleau, Philippe, Attal... The 'presidential candidates' of the central bloc and LR under pressure from a strengthened left
Leaders from LR, Horizons, and Renaissance are under renewed pressure to unify a presidential candidacy in light of a resurgent left, highlighted by the recent municipal elections.
Municipal Elections in Arcachon: Mayor LR Yves Foulon 'regrets' his insults and threats but denounces 'a set-up'
Yves Foulon, the mayor of Arcachon, publicly apologized for insulting and threatening his opponent while claiming it was a result of stress from the campaign.
Municipal Elections: In Reims and Draguignan, the RN allies with a dissident LR against the outgoing mayor
In Reims and Draguignan, the National Rally (RN) has formed an alliance with a dissident right-wing candidate to challenge the incumbent mayor in the municipal elections.
"Against the Left and Against the RN": Bruno Retailleau's Strategy for 2027 Takes Shape
Bruno Retailleau, leader of The Republicans (LR) in France, outlines his political strategy for the upcoming presidential election by calling for a unification of right-wing voters against both the left and the National Rally party.
Municipal Elections: David Lisnard (LR) Announces His Reelection in Cannes with "More than 81% of the Votes"
David Lisnard has been reelected as mayor of Cannes, garnering over 81% of the votes.
Municipal Elections: Former Rugby Player Serge Blanco Leads Over Incumbent LR Mayor in Biarritz
Serge Blanco, the former French rugby player, slightly leads in the first round of municipal elections in Biarritz against the incumbent LR mayor Maider Arosteguy.
Municipal Elections in Paris: Left Candidate Emmanuel Grégoire Leads Over LR's Rachida Dati
In the first round of the Paris municipal elections, leftist candidate Emmanuel Grégoire is significantly ahead of Rachida Dati from the LR party.
Municipal Elections 2026: In Nîmes, the largest city held by LR, RN and the left lead over the right
In Nîmes, a city long governed by the Republicans, the National Rally and left-wing parties are gaining ground in the lead-up to the 2026 municipal elections.
Municipal Elections Marseille: Incumbent Mayor Benoît Payan Neck-and-Neck with RN Candidate Franck Allisio, Possible Four-Way Contest with LFI and LR
Incumbent mayor Benoît Payan is in a tight race with RN candidate Franck Allisio in the first round of the municipal elections in Marseille, as preliminary estimates show them nearly tied.
For LR and Bruno Retailleau, the municipal elections are a first test before the presidential election
Ahead of uncertain municipal elections, the leader of the Republicans hopes to maintain existing cities rather than expecting transformative victories.
"Attal seeks to build a laboratory of social democracy": LR denounces the "troubled game" of Renaissance in municipal elections
LR is critiquing Gabriel Attal's strategies in the upcoming municipal elections, suggesting a troubling alignment with the left.
After the closure of LR 4, risks in the Latvian information space have not significantly increased
A recent parliamentary meeting concluded that risks in Latvia's information space remain largely unchanged following the closure of Latvia Radio 4.
Gérard Larcher: "After the choice of the LR candidate, there will need to be a primary for the right and center"
Gérard Larcher emphasizes the need for a primary election within the right and center parties in France, stressing the importance of a unified candidate for the 2027 presidential elections.
"He put the cart before the horse": Xavier Bertrand (LR) criticizes the candidacy of Bruno Retailleau
Xavier Bertrand, president of the Hauts-de-France region, criticizes Bruno Retailleau's candidacy for the presidential election, claiming the system favors Retailleau over other candidates.
Presidential 2027: Laurent Wauquiez calls on the right to "build a common program" starting this spring
Laurent Wauquiez, president of the LR deputies, urges the right to unite and develop a common program ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
2020-2025: LFI, PS, Renaissance, Greens, LR, RN… The upheaval of party influence and image
This article analyzes the shifting landscape of political party influence in France from 2020 to 2025, highlighting the rise of the National Rally party.
Municipal Elections in Paris: A LR Deputy from the 17th Joins Sarah Knafo
Aurélie Assouline, deputy from the 17th arrondissement of Paris, has announced her support for Sarah Knafo's campaign in the upcoming municipal elections.
In Nantes, Bruno Retailleau shares his vision for security recovery
Bruno Retailleau discusses his security recovery vision during a campaign event in Nantes supporting fellow LR candidate Foulques Chombart de Lauwe.
Municipal Elections: Grégoire accuses Dati of wanting to transform Paris into a ‘fascist lab’
In his first campaign meeting, socialist leader Emmanuel Grégoire accused his rival from LR, Rachida Dati, of aligning with the far-right, asserting that she aims to reshape Paris negatively.
"They have 12 weeks of paid leave": a LR deputy wants to end the departures abroad of RSA beneficiaries
A deputy from the Les Républicains party proposes to end the ability of RSA beneficiaries to collect their allowances while traveling abroad for up to three months, arguing for social equity.
Municipal Elections 2026: Louis Sarkozy Supported by Renaissance in Menton
Louis Sarkozy, son of the former president, is running for mayor of Menton and has received support from the parties LR, Horizons, and Renaissance.
Xavier Bertrand, a lone rider already in the presidential campaign
Xavier Bertrand, the president of Hauts-de-France, has begun his presidential campaign more than sixteen months ahead of the election, distancing himself from his party, LR, while pursuing his political ambitions.
Municipal Elections 2026: The President of the LR in Haut-Rhin Joins the RN
Alain Kott, the president of LR in Haut-Rhin, has announced his alliance with the RN/UDR list for the upcoming municipal elections in Colmar, leading to his immediate suspension from party duties.
Municipal Elections in Toulon: RN Deputy Laure Lavalette Officially a Candidate
RN Deputy Laure Lavalette has officially declared her candidacy for the mayoralty of Toulon in March, facing competitors like LR Senator Michel Bonnus and Socialist Magali Brunel, while the incumbent mayor's intentions remain uncertain.
Municipal elections in Marseille: UDI supports Martine Vassal
Martine Vassal, the right-wing candidate for the municipal elections in Marseille, has gained the endorsement of the Union of Democrats and Independents (UDI), adding to her previous support from Renaissance, LR, and Horizons.