Presidential election

Former president François Hollande and ex-prime minister Bernard Cazeneuve have refused to take part in the Socialist Party internal primary scheduled for autumn.

19 जुलाई 2026 AI द्वारा रिपोर्ट किया गया

The former Socialist president gathered his supporters at the Senate on July 15 to affirm his 2027 ambitions.

On June 20, 2026, Édouard Philippe stated in La Tribune Dimanche that the issue was not breaking with Macronism but acting. The same day, Bruno Retailleau held his first campaign meeting at the Parc Floral de Paris.

29 मई 2026 AI द्वारा रिपोर्ट किया गया

A new Ifop-Fiducial poll for Le Figaro, LCI and Sud Radio places the Rassemblement National at the top of the first round of the 2027 presidential election with 32 to 35% of voting intentions.

One year before the presidential election, former Economy Minister Éric Lombard, a close ally of François Bayrou, has been engaging actively in social-democratic left-wing circles. He attended a gathering in Liffré on Saturday alongside François Hollande and Raphaël Glucksmann, and debated with Boris Vallaud. A month earlier, he spoke at the anniversary of the Libre Journal media outlet.

17 अप्रैल 2026 AI द्वारा रिपोर्ट किया गया

Over 76,000 Les Républicains (LR) members are called to vote this weekend on the method for selecting their 2027 presidential candidate. Three options are available: direct designation of Bruno Retailleau, a closed primary for members only, or an open primary including sympathizers. The vote comes amid internal party tensions.