Far-right party gains ground in French elections, Macron's position weakened
CNN — July 1, 2024, 05:00 PM UTC
Summary: French President Emmanuel Macron's centrist alliance suffered a major blow in the parliamentary elections, with the far-right National Rally party winning 33% of the vote. The New Popular Front came second with 28%. Only 76 out of 577 seats were filled, leading to intense political maneuvering. The unprecedented three-way races could shift French politics significantly. The RN's potential rise to power raises concerns about European unity and international relations.
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