National Rally Targets 10% in Rennes Municipal Elections with Julien Masson as Lead Candidate
Rennes, France – The National Rally (RN) has officially launched its campaign for the Rennes municipal elections, naming Julien Masson, 40, as its lead candidate. The announcement, made on Thursday, November 6, 2025, signals the party’s ambition to gain a foothold in the Brittany region, with Masson aiming to surpass the 10% threshold.
Masson, currently serving as the RN spokesperson for Ille-et-Vilaine, brings prior political experience to the race, having previously advised Gilles Lurton, the Republican (LR) mayor of Saint-Malo. His candidacy was widely anticipated within the party, and the official confirmation solidifies the RN’s commitment to contesting the mayoral election.
“Rennes is becoming a land of conquest,” a statement released by the RN declared, reflecting the party’s strategic focus on expanding its influence beyond its traditional strongholds. The campaign is expected to heavily emphasize issues of security and immigration, core tenets of the RN’s platform.
According to sources close to the campaign, Masson recognizes the challenges of competing in Rennes, acknowledging that campaigning for the RN may be more difficult in Brittany than in regions like Provence or the Hauts-de-France. However, he remains optimistic about the potential to resonate with voters concerned about rising crime and the influx of migrants.
The municipal elections are scheduled for 2026, and the RN faces an uphill battle against established political forces. However, Masson’s leadership and a focused campaign strategy could potentially disrupt the existing political landscape in Rennes.
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