The municipal elections in northern France are being significantly impacted by the ongoing migrant crisis, with mayors in towns like Loon-Plage and Gravelines struggling to manage the influx of thousands of migrants. In Loon-Plage, Mayor Eric Rommel faces challenges with over 2,000 migrants, impacting the local population and his re-election campaign. Similar situations are unfolding in Gravelines, where residents have reported clashes and vandalism attributed to migrants, leading to increased security measures like fences and walls. Mayors are appealing to the state for assistance, highlighting that local authorities cannot solely manage the crisis, which involves issues of human rights violations and the influence of smugglers. Calais, a long-standing symbol of the crisis, has also implemented extensive security measures, with its mayor, Natacha Bouchart, navigating a complex political landscape where the far-right is a significant contender.