French voters recently headed back to the polls for the crucial second round of elections, following President Macron’s decision to call snap elections after his party’s disappointing performance in the European elections. With the voting taking place on Sunday, July 7, voters are selecting the 577 members of the Assemblée Nationale.
The unique electoral system in France allows for multiple candidates to compete in the second round, with the possibility of having three- or even four-way contests. Candidates who secure 50% of the vote in the first round can automatically win their seat without the need for a second round, provided they receive at least 25% of registered voters’ support in their constituency.
Stay tuned as the results start to come in. The final voting stations closed at 8 pm, and the Interior Ministry will soon be publishing the latest updates. Let’s see how the political landscape in France shapes up after these crucial elections.