Overview

• Voting has begun among 16,000 Les Écologistes members, with Marine Tondelier expected to be reelected as party leader by Friday, likely in the first round.
• Tondelier has strengthened her public profile and the party’s visibility, gaining over 240,000 sympathizers and 18,000 new members since her election in 2022.
• Internal critics have raised concerns about recent electoral rule changes, claiming they favor Tondelier and undermine democratic processes within the party.
• She has emerged as a key figure in uniting left-wing factions, including PS and LFI, to counter far-right influence and prepare for the 2027 presidential election.
• Despite tensions, Tondelier’s leadership has made Les Écologistes a pivotal player in the broader left-wing coalition, with her potential presidential ambitions drawing increasing attention.