The National Rally (RN) has seen a substantial increase in its electoral results at the local level following its successes in recent legislative elections. In districts where an RN candidate was on the ballot, the party averaged over 30% of the votes in the first round. This indicates a growing acceptance and support for RN in localities that previously may have been skeptical of the party's national agenda.

Since 2014, local elections have underscored a strategic necessity for the RN to establish a local foothold to secure decisive victories. The focus has shifted from merely maintaining or improving national election performance to cultivating local officials who can overcome historical distrust towards the party and draw back voters for subsequent rounds of voting. Where the RN has strong local personalities and invested in politically charged territories, it has experienced not only improved results but even dominance in some cases.

Conversely, in areas where the party's local presence remains tenuous, the RN still struggles with perceptions of being an ineffective political entity. This contrasting performance illustrates the importance of grassroots organization for the party’s continued success in future elections, as local legitimacy appears crucial for overcoming past biases and gaining enduring support from the electorate.