France's municipal election runoffs showed mixed results across the political spectrum, with the far-right National Rally gaining ground in smaller towns while the Socialist Party retained control of Paris and other major cities. Former Prime Minister Édouard Philippe, whose reelection as mayor of Le Havre strengthens his 2027 presidential bid, and far-right politician Éric Ciotti's victory in Nice emerged as prominent winners, while President Macron's favored candidates and left-wing alliances faced setbacks.
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France's municipal election runoffs showed mixed results across the political spectrum, with the far-right National Rally gaining ground in smaller towns while the Socialist Party retained control of Paris and other major cities. Former Prime Minister Édouard Philippe, whose reelection as mayor of Le Havre strengthens his 2027 presidential bid, and far-right politician Éric Ciotti's victory in Nice emerged as prominent winners, while President Macron's favored candidates and left-wing alliances faced setbacks.