Polls open in 1st round of France's presidential election
Polls opened across France Sunday for the first round of the country's election, where up to 48 million voters will be choosing between 12 candidates, including President Emmanuel Macron.
PARIS — French citizens flocked to polling stations across the country Sunday to vote in the first round of the country's presidential election, where up to 48 million eligible voters will be choosing between 12 candidates.
Centrist President Emmanuel Macron is seeking a second five-year term, but faces a strong challenge from the far right.
Polls close at 7 p.m. (1700 GMT) in most places and
