The socialist-communist New Popular Front alliance has come out on top in the final round of snap legislative elections called by French President Emmanuel Macron, who sided with the far-left to thwart Marine Le Pen’s populist party.
UPDATE 2040: Far-left Leader Mélenchon Issues Demands to Macron
After winning the most seats of any party in Sunday’s second round legislative elections, Jean-Luc Mélenchon, the principle leader of the socialist-communist New Popular Front, has called on President Emmanuel Macron to either resign from office or to “appoint a prime minister from our ranks”. Mélenchon has previously argued for himself to be installed as PM, however, it is not clear if Macron would be willing to do so.
UPDATE 2030: Prime Minister Gabriel Attal Announces Resignation, Le Pen Vows to Fight On
Emmanuel Macron’s second in command, Prime Minister Gabriel…
