Still, the National Rally isn’t there yet. The National Rally has historical ties to Russia. Many French voters are frustrated with inflation and other economic concerns, as well as Macron’s leadership, seen as arrogant and out-of-touch with their lives. The National Rally party has tapped that discontent, notably via online platforms such as TikTok. Foremost for many voters were the rising cost of living and immigration, which the National Rally campaigned heavily on.

Source: Hindustan Times July 01, 2024 06:29 UTC