French Elections: Candidates Unite to Halt Far-Right Majority

In the French legislative elections, over 200 left-wing and centrist candidates have strategically withdrawn from the race to prevent the far-right Rassemblement National from securing an absolute majority in the final round. This tactical move aims to offer voters a clearer choice between the far-right candidate and a single opponent, rather than risking a far-right sweep.

The withdrawals come amidst fears of a far-right takeover in the National Assembly, prompting the formation of a republican front by various parties to counter this threat. The maneuver highlights the strategic efforts to prevent the far-right from gaining significant power in France's political landscape.