The second round of the legislative elections in France was marked by a major surprise, the victory of the left alliance, the new Popular Front. With 182 seats in the Assembly, this coalition is positioned in the lead, surpassing the presidential coalition of Emmanuel Macron and the national rally.
The second round of the legislative elections in France was marked by a major surprise, the victory of the new Popular Front. With 182 seats in the Assembly, this coalition is positioned in the lead, surpassing the presidential coalition of Emmanuel Macron and the national rally.
This second round of the legislative elections also stood out by historical participation rate of 67.1%. This ballot marks a turning point with a participation never seen since the 1981 legislative elections, following the election of François Mitterrand to the presidency. Last week, the first round had already seen a 66.7 %stake, 20 points more than in 2022.
It is against all expectations but thanks to a record mobilization that the new Popular Front, won the majority of the votes in the second round. With 182 seats in the National Assembly, the left alliance shakes up the forecasts by reaching out to the presidential camp which did better than expected by winning 168 seats.
The national rally formerly called the National Front has failed to impose itself despite its favorite position in the polls. The RN, associated with its allies, obtained 143 deputies, below its expectations.
This advance of the left, after having been distant in the first round by the national rally (33.32 % against 27.99 %), could upset the political balance. With a relative majority, the new popular front is in a position of strength for the coming weeks. Emmanuel Macron should, in accordance with tradition, propose the post of Prime Minister to a personality from this left alliance.
Recall that French voters were called to the polls yesterday to elect 501 deputies during these anticipated legislative elections after the dissolution of the National Assembly, launched by President Emmanuel Macron on June 9.
