France Holds Senate Elections, More Than Half of Seats Up for Vote

France is holding Senate elections on September 27, 2026, with more than half of the upper chamber's seats up for renewal. French senators serve six-year terms, and the chamber renews itself by halves every three years. The outcome of these elections could affect the balance of power in the upper house and influence the government's legislative agenda. Polling stations opened across the country as voters chose among candidates from all major political parties.