Left-Wing Alliance Wins Most Seats in French Parliamentary Election
Jean-Luc Mélenchon Poised to Deprive Macron of Majority
Mélenchon, a Veteran Firebrand of France's Far Left
PARIS, July 7, 2024 (8:04 PM CET) - In a dramatic election, the left-wing alliance in France has won the most seats in parliament, bringing the country's traditional political establishment to its knees.
Jean-Luc Mélenchon, a veteran firebrand of France's far left, has emerged as a potential kingmaker, with his strong showing giving him a chance of depriving President Emmanuel Macron of a majority in the National Assembly.
Even as vote counting was still underway across France on Sunday night, one thing was clear: the left-wing alliance had made significant gains, while Macron's centrist alliance had suffered heavy losses.
The election results have sent shockwaves through French politics, and Mélenchon is now seen as a potential kingmaker who could play a key role in forming the next government.
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