2026 municipal elections: what they have to say about the presidential elections

2026 municipal elections: what they have to say about the presidential elections

Municipal elections are about more than just cities: they are also about future political trends.

In this video, François Kraus, Director of News & Politics at Ifop Opinion, deciphers the links between these local elections and the upcoming presidential election.

In particular, he looks at :

👉 Key lessons from the municipal elections

👉 Signals and dynamics to watch out for in the presidential election

This publication completes our special Municipalities 2026 feature, designed to accompany the understanding of election results and issues, and offers insight into what these elections reveal about citizens’ expectations and behaviors.