Cannes Mayor Leaves Republicans Over Alleged "Rigged" Presidential Choice and Lack of Coherence

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France

David Lisnard, the mayor of Cannes who has served as a prominent figure for Les Républicains since 2017, announced his departure from the party on March 25 citing an internal choice he deemed rigged to benefit Emmanuel Macron's presidential campaign and noting "no coherence" within LR.

Key Points

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Mayor of Cannes David Lisnard has resigned from Les Républicains due to perceived lack of coherence and consistency within the party.
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Lisnard criticized what he described as 'rigged' choices made by his former political group regarding their presidential candidate selection process. He stated that there is no longer anything for him at LR, indicating a complete departure rather than just stepping down from leadership roles.

Developments

Mar 25, 08:16 Mayor of Cannes David Lisnard quit Les Republicain and denounces an 'rigged' choice for the presidential election.

Feb 34.97 Mar 25, 08:12 David Lisnar states he has nothing left to do at LR (Les Republiains) after leaving his position as mayor of Cannes and denouncing a 'rigged' choice for the presidential election.

Mar 34.97 Mar 25,08:16 Mayor David Lisnar leaves Les Republicain party in protest over an alleged rigged decision regarding their candidate selection process leading up to upcoming elections