First Round Results And Runoff Announcement

French Presidential Election Update

First Round Results and Runoff Announcement

The first round of the French presidential elections took place on April 10, 2022, with no candidate securing a majority of the votes. As a result, incumbent President Emmanuel Macron and far-right candidate Marine Le Pen will face off in a runoff election on April 24.

Hollande Addresses Supporters After First Round

Former French president and newly elected Member of Parliament François Hollande delivered a speech to supporters following the first round, expressing his disappointment in the results but urging them to remain united and determined in their support for Macron in the runoff.

Macron and Le Pen Vote in Second Round

On April 24, Macron and Le Pen cast their ballots in the second round of the election, with both candidates expressing confidence in their chances of victory. The outcome of the runoff will determine the direction of France for the next five years.

National Rally's Disappointment

Leaders of the far-right National Rally, including Le Pen, attempted to maintain a positive outlook despite projections showing that their party had not made significant gains in the parliamentary elections. They vowed to continue fighting for their values and beliefs in the upcoming National Assembly.

Left-Wing Bloc's Triumph

The left-wing bloc, led by Jean-Luc Mélenchon, emerged as the largest party in the National Assembly after the parliamentary elections. While this marks a significant victory for the left, it also sets the stage for a potentially challenging political landscape, as the bloc will need to navigate the fractured political environment in France.