Politics
Left-wing candidate Emmanuel Grégoire tops first round of Paris mayoral race
Socialist candidate Emmanuel Grégoire leads ahead of former culture minister Rachida Dati in the Paris mayoral race.
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Updated 26 days ago
Summary
Summary
- Emmanuel Grégoire is the leading candidate in the first round of voting.
- Former culture minister Rachida Dati trails behind Grégoire.
- The French left aims to maintain its influence in Paris after 25 years.
Key Facts
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Leading Candidate | Emmanuel Grégoire |
| Trailing Candidate | Rachida Dati |
| Election Date | March 15, 2026 |
Sources
Key Facts
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Primary source | France 24 |
| Source count | 2 |
| First published | 2026-03-15T20:45:06.000Z |
Updates
Update at 07:25 UTC on 2026-03-16
Le Monde reported Rachida Dati, the conservative candidate for Paris mayor, trails Emmanuel Grégoire by more than 10 points in the first round.
Sources: Le Monde