Intentions for the first round of the 2027 French presidential election place the Rassemblement National (RN) significantly in front, according to a new RTL survey released today, May 4, 2026. This puts the party ahead regardless of whether Marine Le Pen or Jordan Bardella is the candidate, and irrespective of opposing figures on the right.
The poll also delved into voter priorities, revealing that "over one in two French citizens today are inclined to discuss the issue of purchasing power." This theme appears to be a major driver in voting decisions for a substantial portion of the electorate.
Beyond the leading RN, the survey offers a snapshot of other potential contenders. Former Prime Minister Édouard Philippe is depicted as performing better than current Prime Minister Gabriel Attal. Meanwhile, Jean-Luc Mélenchon is shown to be ahead of Raphaël Glucksmann. These figures represent key opposition blocs within the French political landscape.
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The RTL survey, conducted with the current date as a reference point, gauges voting intentions approximately one year before the actual election. The data provides an early indication of the political climate and the relative strengths of various parties and personalities as the 2027 contest looms.
