French Far-Right Led by Le Pen Makes Strong Gains in EU Elections

Early Projections Show Surge in Support

In a major political upset, the far-right National Rally party led by Marine Le Pen has made significant gains in the European Parliament elections in France, according to early projections. The party is poised to secure a large number of seats in the EU legislative body, posing a significant challenge to traditional parties.

Macron's Party Faces Setback

The results represent a major setback for President Emmanuel Macron's La République En Marche (LREM) party, which had been expected to dominate the elections in France. LREM has projected a significant decline in its vote share, with projections showing it losing ground to both the National Rally and other opposition parties.

Implications for EU Politics

The surge in support for the National Rally is part of a broader trend of far-right gains across Europe. The party's success in France underscores the growing appeal of anti-immigration, nationalist sentiment in the EU. The results are likely to have a major impact on the balance of power within the European Parliament and could reshape EU policies in the coming years.

Further Projections Awaited

As the counting of votes continues, more projections are expected to be released, providing a clearer picture of the outcome of the elections in France and across the EU. The final results will be announced in the coming days.