# With no clear contender, everyone thinks they have a shot at succeeding Macron

https://mins.news/en/item/38890

- France 24, 2026-08-31 14:56 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/with-no-clear-contender-everyone-thinks-they-have-a-shot-at-succeeding-to-macron

> With eight months to go before France’s next presidential election, politicians are stepping up campaigning through interviews, meetings and public statements. More candidates are seeking a place on the starting line. Far-right candidate Marine Le Pen currently leads the polls, but her potential second-round opponent remains unclear.

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