Socialists maintain control over key French cities in recent local elections

March 23, 2026 • Google News World

French Election Results: Socialists Maintain Power in Major Cities

In the recent municipal elections, France’s Socialist Party secured victories in several major cities, including Paris and Marseille. According to projections, the party has maintained its hold on power in these key urban centers.

The results indicate that the French Far Right did not achieve the level of success it had hoped for in local races. The party’s performance was seen as a mixed bag, with some areas showing significant gains while others saw modest improvements.

In Paris, Socialist Emmanuel Grégoire was elected mayor after 25 years of socialist rule. This marks a continuation of the party’s dominance in the city’s municipal elections.

The election results also suggest that left-wing candidates have won mayoral elections in both Paris and Marseille. These victories are seen as a boost for mainstream politics in France.

The full extent of the election results is still being tallied, but initial projections indicate that the Socialist Party has maintained its grip on power in several major cities.

Source: Google News World