Kristell Niasme Defeats Louis Boyard in Villeneuve-Saint-Georges Mayoral Election
The Les Républicains candidate secures victory in the highly contested municipal race, marking a setback for La France Insoumise ahead of 2026 elections.
- Kristell Niasme of Les Républicains won the Villeneuve-Saint-Georges mayoral race with 49% of the vote, defeating LFI candidate Louis Boyard and outgoing mayor Philippe Gaudin.
- Boyard's campaign faced criticism for divisive tactics, and he attributed his loss to opposition from both right-wing and left-wing factions, as well as limited support from allied leftist parties.
- The election followed the resignation of the previous mayor, Philippe Gaudin, after a controversial incident involving a Nazi salute during a council meeting in 2024.
- This election was seen as a significant test for LFI, which aimed to establish a foothold in local governance but ultimately highlighted its challenges in building coalitions at the municipal level.
- Les Républicains leaders, including Valérie Pécresse, celebrated the result as a sign of renewed support for their party, with broader implications for upcoming elections.
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