Édouard Philippe’s presidential ambitions run into trouble in his Normandy base

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• ⬤ Édouard Philippe's presidential ambitions face a new challenge as he runs into a Communist challenger in Le Havre.
• ⬤ The far-right candidate is seen as a threat to his chances of winning the 2022 French presidential election.
• ⬤ Philippe's leadership in his home region of Normandy is being tested by the local Communist candidate.