The French elections of 2024 follow President Macron’s surprise decision to dissolve parliament early, aiming to secure a clear majority amidst rising far-right influence. In the first phase, the National Rally (RN) leads with 33%, followed by the New Popular Front at 28%, and Macron’s bloc at 20.7%. Macron’s move, prompted by electoral setbacks and public discontent, seeks to curb the RN’s ascendancy. With voter turnout high and alliances shifting, the outcome could mark a significant shift in French politics, potentially ushering in a far-right government for the first time since World War II.
French Elections 2024: Macron’s Gamble and the Rise of the Far-Right
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