Speaking to supporters, National Rally list chief Jordan Bardella has said that French people have given a “verdict without appeal” by giving his party more than 30% of the votes. This is more than double what President Emmanuel Macron’s party managed to achieve (15%).
French media have reported that President Macron will take the unusual step of addressing the nation later this evening.
“We welcome this verdict with humility and with seriousness. Our fellow Frenchmen have expressed a desire for change. This clear message for European leaders shows the will of the French to see Europe change course,” Bardella said.
“A wind of hope is blowing over France, and it’s just the beginning.”
“The president cannot stay deaf to the message sent tonight by the French people,” he added.
He also said President Macron should dissolve the government and call a general election.
