David Lisnard Pushes for Open Right-Wing Primary Ahead of 2027 Presidential Race

The Cannes mayor and leader of Nouvelle Énergie announces his candidacy and calls for a broad primary to unify the fragmented right.

David Lisnard, mayor of Cannes and president of Nouvelle Énergie, has formally announced his intention to run for president in 2027 under his party's banner.
Lisnard is advocating for an open primary process to select a unified right-wing candidate, citing the lack of a clear frontrunner in the current political landscape.
Speaking to nearly 900 supporters in Paris, Lisnard emphasized his party's goals of societal liberation, state leadership, and national unity.
Nouvelle Énergie, which claims 11,000 members, has been positioned as a growing force on the right, with Lisnard calling for broader participation in shaping its platform.
The move comes as Les Républicains face internal turmoil, including financial losses and divisions stemming from leadership decisions and alliances.