French President Emmanuel Macron has announced new elections to take place starting on Sunday, just three weeks after dissolving parliament following a significant defeat in the European elections. This move has caused uncertainty among the French population, with many taking precautions by assigning proxies to vote on their behalf if they are unable to do so.
The first round of voting is scheduled for Sunday and the second round a week later. Candidates are competing for seats in the Assemblée nationale through a majority vote system. Three main political blocs have emerged, with the Rassemblement national leading in the polls followed by the Nouveau Front populaire on the left and Emmanuel Macron’s Renaissance party in the center.
Despite Macron’s assurance that he will remain in office until 2027, there is still uncertainty about who will become prime minister if his party does not win enough seats. The rise of Marine Le Pen’s RN party reflects a growing distrust in the political establishment and a turn towards right-wing nationalist parties for representation.
Macron’s decision to dissolve parliament was seen as a response to growing discontent among French voters and the need for political clarity. With polls indicating that Marine Le Pen’s party is gaining support, it remains uncertain who will emerge victorious from these upcoming elections. However, one thing is clear – this election season is shaping up to be a pivotal moment in French politics that could determine its direction for years to come.
