France: Le Pen Widens Lead in Second-Round Polls Ahead of 2027 Election

A new poll shows Marine Le Pen leading both Édouard Philippe and Jean-Luc Mélenchon by a significant margin in a hypothetical second round, indicating a shift in French electoral dynamics ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The margin and sample size are not specified, so the reliability of the lead is uncertain. This matters as it signals potential momentum for the far-right and could impact French and EU policy direction.