No party got an absolute majority in the National Assembly. Here are some of the ways the country could escape political gridlock. None are easy.
Tag: National Rally (France)
France Reacts to Runoff Election Results
The final tally confirms that the left has the most seats in the National Assembly, with the far right third. Now, there’s a scramble to figure out a way forward.
What Happened in France’s Election? 5 Key Takeaways.
It was a day of big surprises in France, with the left surging unexpectedly, the far right falling far short of expectations and the question of who will be the next prime minister still unclear.
France’s Campaign Season Was Marred by Racist Attacks and Violent Acts
Gérald Darmanin, France’s interior minister, said that more than 50 people — including candidates, their substitutes or supporters — had been “physically assaulted” during the campaign.
How the Far-Right National Rally Did in France’s Elections
The party fell short of expectations but had captured its highest number of National Assembly seats.
France’s New Popular Front Was Formed to Keep Far Right From Power
The left-wing alliance includes the divisive Jean-Luc Mélenchon, a combative politician who has been accused of antisemitism.
French Election Yields Deadlock as Left Surges and Far Right Comes Up Short
The outcome left no party with an absolute majority and France bracing for potential political paralysis.
France Could Be Headed for Political Gridlock After Election
Experts said the country could be headed for months of political instability, with the National Assembly divided into three major blocs that appear unable to work with the others.
Here Are the Key Players in France’s 2024 Election
The vote has turned into a race between the two main opponents of President Emmanuel Macron’s Renaissance party: the far-right National Rally and the New Popular Front, a left-wing coalition.
Turnout Is High as France’s Snap Election Enters Its Final Hours
The vote will determine the composition of France’s National Assembly, and the future of President Emmanuel Macron’s second term.