The recent local elections in France have marked the beginning of the race for the presidency in 2027, posing significant challenges for political parties in selecting their candidates. Questions arise regarding the candidate selection process, including the possibility of holding primaries.
Édouard Philippe, the mayor of Le Havre, has announced his intention to run in the 2027 French presidential elections after achieving strong results in the recent municipal elections. He is considered a potential candidate for the French presidency in the future.
French voters returned to polling stations on Sunday to elect mayors in Paris, Marseille, and over 1500 other municipalities. This vote is viewed as a critical test of political forces ahead of next year's presidential elections, with results likely to impact the future of various parties in the country.