The battle for Paris: can Rachida Dati fend off scandal to become next mayor?

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 5 min read 100% complete by Angelique Chrisafis in ParisFebruary 1, 2026 at 02:00 PM
The battle for Paris: can Rachida Dati fend off scandal to become next mayor?

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Rachida Dati, France's culture minister and former government official, is campaigning to become the mayor of Paris in the upcoming election. Dati, representing the right-wing Les Républicains, aims to unseat the left-wing coalition that has governed Paris for 25 years. Her platform focuses on increased policing, privatizing services, and modifying social housing criteria. Dati's opponents from the Socialist, Green, and Communist parties have united behind Emmanuel Grégoire, who pledges to expand social housing and protect environmental initiatives. The election centers on issues like housing, climate change, and public safety in Paris. The outcome will determine the direction of policy in the densely populated city.

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