The recent senatorial elections in France confirmed the stability of the Senate, dominated by the right. However, these elections also highlighted the difficulties encountered by the Renaissance party and were marked by the return of the National Rally (RN) to the Palais du Luxembourg.
The right obtained a significant victory, strengthening its majority in the Senate. According to estimates, the Les Républicains group should remain the largest, with around 140 senators. This stability is welcomed by party members, who emphasize the essential role of the Senate as an essential counter-power to democracy.
For the Macronist camp, on the other hand, the senatorial elections were disappointing. The Renaissance party experienced difficulties, with the defeat of several of its executives, including the Secretary of State for Citizenship, Sonia Backès, and the former minister Brigitte Bourguignon. These mixed results raise questions about the party’s political strategy and its ability to unite and mobilize voters.
The return of the National Rally to the Senate is also important news. The party managed to obtain three seats, thus marking its strengthening within the institution. This victory underlines the growing popularity of the RN and its ability to mobilize its voters, despite the criticism and controversies surrounding it.
Overall, these senatorial elections confirmed the stability of the Senate dominated by the right. They also highlighted the difficulties of the Renaissance party and the strong comeback of the National Rally. These results underline the importance of the balance of powers within French democracy and the need for political parties to remain connected to the expectations and concerns of voters.