PARIS — It’s election day in France, where voters across the country’s 35,000-plus communes will choose new mayors and city councilors for the first time in six years.
The contests, many of which will require a runoff vote next Sunday, are expected to be an important indicator of voter sentiment heading into next year’s high-stakes presidential election — though plenty of races will be driven by local issues and personalities.
Read on for the latest information in the races and the ensuing political horse-trading expected to take place once results are in.
For a more in-depth primer, check out our guide on how to watch the elections like a pro.