The 2027 French presidential election campaign is intensifying with key figures making moves. Marine Le Pen officially launched her campaign on September 13th. Éric Zemmour is preparing his candidacy, with Sarah Knafo, a Member of the European Parliament for Reconquête, demonstrating significant popularity. Polls indicate Marine Le Pen is leading, and Jean-Luc Mélenchon is a strong contender in potential runoffs. The political landscape shows a growing populist sentiment, though the left…

Le Monde: 2027 Presidential Election: Populist Surge vs. Political Shift, Ambiguities in…

France shows signs of a growing populist sentiment and a desire for political change, though a populist shift is not inevitable. Analysis is based on a French electoral survey.

Mediapart: Marine Le Pen Launches Campaign Amidst Two Weeks of Cacophony

Despite internal turmoil, repeated controversies, and the dismissal of advisors, Marine Le Pen officially launched her presidential campaign on Sunday, September 13th, with a speech lacking significant new elements and canceling her traditional visit to a local fair.

Le Monde: Partisan Affiliation Solidifies Bases for Marine Le Pen and Jean-Luc Mélenchon

The article discusses how partisan loyalty is strengthening the support bases for key political figures Marine Le Pen and Jean-Luc Mélenchon in the context of the 2027 presidential election.

Mediapart: Fervor Around Sarah Knafo Leads Éric Zemmour to Believe He's the Best…

Despite Marine Le Pen's dominance in the far-right scene, Éric Zemmour is preparing to announce his presidential candidacy. Sarah Knafo, the second-in-command of Reconquête, demonstrated her popularity at the party's summer university, positioning herself to be 'on the front line' of Zemmour's…

Le Monde: Live: Follow Latest Campaign Developments for 2027 Presidential Election

An ongoing live report covering the latest updates and developments in the French presidential election campaign for 2027.

Le Monde: Divided, the Left May Not Be Doomed to Marginality

This article explores the current state of the French left, suggesting that despite its divisions, it might still avoid political marginalization in the upcoming elections.

Le Figaro: 2027 Presidential Race: Le Pen Leads, Mélenchon in 4 of 6 Runoff Scenarios

Polls for the 2027 French presidential election show Marine Le Pen in the lead, with Jean-Luc Mélenchon reaching the second round in four out of six simulated scenarios.

The government is proposing to collect 6 billion euros from retirees as part of the 2027 budget. This measure is facing opposition, notably from Jean-Philippe Tanguy, a Member of the National Assembly for the National Rally.

Le Figaro: 2027 Presidential Election: Attacking Retiree Pensions in Budget?

The government proposes to collect 6 billion euros from retirees for the 2027 budget, a measure the National Rally opposes, according to MP Jean-Philippe Tanguy.

An investigation is ongoing into the July 2022 murder of entrepreneur Stéphane R. in Riom, with new details emerging about potential familial and romantic entanglements that may have led to the crime.

Le Figaro: 'You Only Have One Word, and I'll Handle It': Murder of Stéphane R.

An investigation into the murder of entrepreneur Stéphane R. in Riom in July 2022, exploring familial and romantic entanglements that led to the crime.