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Les Républicains Membership Surges as Leadership Contest Enters Final Phase

The party confirms 121,617 eligible voters for its May 17-18 election, nearly tripling membership since February amid a pivotal race between Bruno Retailleau and Laurent Wauquiez.

Le duel entre Bruno Retailleau et Laurent Wauquiez a conduit le nombre d’adhérents des Républicains à presque tripler, a annoncé le parti mercredi 30 avril 2025.
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Overview

  • Les Républicains has announced a verified membership of 121,617, a significant increase from 43,859 in February, ahead of its internal presidential election.
  • The leadership contest between Bruno Retailleau and Laurent Wauquiez has driven this membership surge, reflecting renewed engagement within the party.
  • Retailleau has utilized his visibility as Interior Minister to appeal to voters disillusioned with Macronism and the far right, while Wauquiez has focused on grassroots mobilization through a nationwide tour.
  • The Haute Autorité has finalized the voter list in coordination with both candidates' teams, ensuring procedural integrity for the May 17-18 election.
  • This election is seen as a critical step in Les Républicains' efforts to recover from its near-collapse following Éric Ciotti's controversial alliance with the Rassemblement National.