March 15, 2026
French voters head to polls in early municipal test before 2027 presidential election
Voters are going to the polls Sunday in the first round of municipal elections to choose leadership teams across France, from small villages to the biggest cities - a test for political parties' electoral machines before next year's presidential election for the successor to President Emmanuel Macron.
TL;DR
- Municipal elections are being held in France on Sunday.
- Voters will choose leadership teams in villages and cities across the country.
- These elections serve as a test for political parties' electoral machines.
- The results are seen as a precursor to the 2027 presidential election.
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