French President Emmanuel Macron surprised everyone by dissolving parliament three weeks ago. This decision came after his party’s defeat in the European elections at the beginning of June. The first round of voting for the new elections is scheduled for Sunday, with a second round to follow a week later.
The mood in France is tense as voters prepare for the upcoming elections. Over two million voters have already obtained proxies to ensure their representation at the polls, indicating a high voter turnout. The Assemblée nationale is elected by majority vote, with candidates with the most votes in each constituency advancing to the second round.
Three major political blocs have formed for the elections, with the conservative Republicans divided over potential coalitions. The Nouveau Front populaire, bringing together left-wing parties, stands against Emmanuel Macron’s Renaissance party and the Rassemblement national on the far right. Polls show the RN leading, with centrists trailing behind.
The unexpected move to dissolve parliament has reshaped the political landscape in France and poses a challenge to Macron’s presidency. With Le Pen’s growing influence evident among voters, it remains to be seen how this will affect Macron’s position as president until 2027. The possibility of cohabitation, with a prime minister from a different party, looms large as voters prepare to cast their ballots in the upcoming elections.
