Many candidates withdraw from French run-off to stop far right – Ya Libnan

France’s Left-Wing and Centrist Parties Team Up to Thwart Far-Right Government

Summary: In an unexpected move to prevent the far-right National Rally from taking power in France, centrist and left-wing parties have withdrawn hundreds of candidates from the upcoming parliamentary elections. This decision comes after Marine Le Pen’s party won the most seats in the initial voting round. Despite various alliances formed between opposing parties, the outcome of the election remains uncertain, with projections pointing towards a potential hung parliament. The chaos surrounding the election poses a challenge for French President Emmanuel Macron, who faces opposition from the far-right party led by Le Pen. The ongoing power struggle between Macron and Le Pen has intensified, with accusations of administrative coup d’état being thrown around. Ultimately, the outcome of this election will determine the political landscape in France for years to come.