Heavy Macron punishment, losing parliamentary majority

President Emmanuel Macro lost the absolute majority in parliamentary elections Sunday. These elections mattered to Macro because it was about implementing his political programme in the second term.

Newly elected French President Emmanuel Macron with the centre's political camp, “Ensemble” has lost the absolute majority at the French National Assembly, according to first estimates, even more than expected. In the last round of parliamentary elections Sunday (19.06) the liberals reached 210 to 250 seats from 577. For the absolute majority, 289 countries are needed. The French government spokesman, questioned how the government will do without the absolute majority in parliament, has indicated that we will work with all moderate parties that want to move the country forward.

Left Alliance Succeeded to Furilise Voters

The result is seen as a serious political blow to Macron, who currently had the absolute majority in parliament's Lower Chamber. Normally, elections held shortly after presidential elections are seen as confirmation, as the main political power normally wins the absolute majority.

Jean's left alliance- Luc Mélenchon, Nupes, succeeded in this election by returning to the most powerful opposition group in the country. The leftist coalition will be represented in parliament by 150 to 180 seats.

Likewise, Marine Le Pen's extreme right hand, “Resemblers National” achieves great success in the second election round, waiting to get 80 to 100 seats in parliament, 10 times more than so far and becomes the third strongest force in parliament.

Serious election losses also suffered the most powerful opposition group in parliament, conservative republics. They managed to obtain only 60 to 80 countries. However, the Macron government in its quest for support in parliament could likely be more oriented by the Republicans.

In these parliamentary elections, it was if Macron could carry out his political projects in the second term, which he needs the absolute parliamentary majority. With a relative majority, the president and government are obliged to seek support from other camps.

Although many French people were dissatisfied with the first mandate of Macron's rule, 44-year-olds benefited from what parliamentary elections are often seen as confirming presidential elections. Supporters of the presidential election winner traditionally participate in the elections. But the left coalition managed to mobilise voters.

A higher electoral turnout was marked in the crucial elections for parliament than in the first round. Some election centres stayed open until 8:00 p.m.