French Politics

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
The leader of France’s conservative Republicans is calling for an alliance with the far right National Rally in a snap parliamentary election, causing a major political shift in France. This move is expected to have wide repercussions as mainstream parties struggle to find alliances amidst Macron’s snap election decision.

Key Points

  • Call for alliance between conservative Republicans and far-right National Rally in snap parliamentary election
  • Mainstream parties in France facing challenges in forming alliances due to Macron's snap election decision
  • Rise of Marine Le Pen's National Rally party in the political landscape of France

Pros

  • Potential for a stronger force against President Macron's party in the upcoming parliamentary election

Cons

  • Potential division and implosion within the conservative Republicans party