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Update at 14:02 UTC on 2026-03-23
France 24 reported The extreme right National Rally aimed to solidify its national momentum in municipal elections, but results fell short of expectations.
Sources: France 24
Le Pen's far right suffers setbacks in French mayoral elections, ex-PM Philippe wins key race
Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally fell short in key municipal elections, while former prime minister Édouard Philippe solidifies his political standing.