The 2027 French presidential race remains full of unknowns: How many left-wing candidates will run? Who will represent the far-right Rassemblement National? How will President Emmanuel Macron’s camp handle his legacy?
But one thing is clear: The election will be a major political event, not only for France, still reeling from the 2024 snap elections that yielded a fractured and political landscape, but also for Europe, as it grapples with rising populism.
With the municipal elections now in the past, all major parties are gearing up for the ultimate showdown: the presidential election. When will the vote happen? Who’s in the running? What internal tensions are shaking parties? One year out, here is Le Monde‘s comprehensive guide.
This article will be updated as candidates join or exit the race.
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