Author: Robin D'Angelo
Prime Minister Gabriel Attal speaks in the courtyard of the Hôtel de Matignon after the announcement of the results of the first round of the parliamentary elections, in Paris, June 30, 2024. JULIEN MUGUET FOR LE MONDE Prime Minister Gabriel Attal faced a solemn moment on June 30 as the results of France’s parliamentary elections revealed a significant defeat for President Emmanuel Macron’s coalition. As the Rassemblement National (RN) looms closer to power, Attal acknowledged the challenging times ahead. Despite the setback, he emphasized the importance of preventing the far-right from gaining absolute control in the upcoming runoff. The battle…
MP Pieyre-Alexandre Anglade, Jordan Bardella, and Valérie Hayer at the debate between the eight main lead candidates organized by BFM TV, May 27, 2024. BRUNO LEVY FOR LE MONDE The presidential campaign for the European elections faced challenges as President Emmanuel Macron took center stage at the Sorbonne, attempting to ignite his coalition’s campaign led by Valérie Hayer. However, the nation’s attention shifted to other news, overshadowing Macron’s efforts, including the tragic news of Kendji Girac. The campaign struggled to gain momentum amid various distractions and setbacks. In contrast, far-right Rassemblement National party lead candidate Jordan Bardella embraced his popularity…
The presidential majority’s lead candidate for the European elections, Valérie Hayer (center, in Blue), flanked by MoDem party president François Bayrou, Prime Minister Gabriel Attal, former prime minister Elisabeth Borne, and Assemblée Nationale President Yaël Braun-Pivet, at her last rally before the European elections, in Aubervilliers, on June 1, 2024. STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN / AFP President Emmanuel Macron’s coalition faces uncertainty just days before the European elections as campaign efforts intensify. Despite a sparse turnout at their recent rally, party members strive to maintain momentum and connect with voters on a personal level. ‘Nothing separates Orban and Le Pen’ Key…
RN European election lead candidate Jordan Bardella and Prime Minister Gabriel Attal on the set of France 2, May 23, 2024. THOMAS SAMSON / AFP In a recent debate on European issues hosted by France 2, Prime Minister Gabriel Attal challenged Jordan Bardella, the far-right candidate from RN, in a bid to salvage his coalition’s campaign against Bardella’s lead in the polls. The debate highlighted a generational duel with high stakes and contrasting strategies. Read more Subscribers only Macron considers debating Le Pen to avoid European elections fiasco Attal’s calculated attacks and Bardella’s defensive posture framed the debate, with Attal…
Raphaël Glucksmann arriving for a campaign rally, Villeurbanne (Rhône), 1ᵉʳ May 2024. OLIVIER CHASSIGNOLE / AFP President Emmanuel Macron had an informal dinner with writer François Sureau after awarding the Légion d’honneur to lawyer Jean-Michel Darrois. As the European elections near, Macron remains confident despite competition from far-right candidate Jordan Bardella and moderate left candidate Raphaël Glucksmann. Despite Macron’s attempts to ignore Glucksmann, the candidate has gained popularity, causing concern among Macron supporters. Glucksmann’s rise in the polls has disrupted Macron’s strategy of a progressive versus nationalist duel, leading to panic in the president’s camp. Read moreSubscribers only Raphaël Glucksmann:…
The Vision for Europe: Valérie Hayer’s Agenda for the European Elections Valérie Hayer, the lead candidate for the presidential majority in the upcoming European elections, unveiled a comprehensive agenda with 48 proposals on May 6. Surrounded by prominent figures such as former prime minister Elisabeth Borne and Prime Minister Gabriel Attal, Hayer emphasized the urgency to save Europe, echoing French President Emmanuel Macron’s recent speech at the Sorbonne. The highlight of Hayer’s campaign platform is the creation of a fund to support European defense industries, aiming to achieve strategic autonomy and deter aggressors from attacking the EU. This proposal includes…