A wave of closely contested legislative elections has swept across France, with numerous deputies elected or re-elected by razor-thin margins. This trend was evident in the 12th constituency of Hauts-de-Seine, where Jean-Didier Berger, the mayor of Clamart, emerged victorious with 54.31% of the votes. Berger's win was celebrated with his supporters in an Italian restaurant, Bella Vita, marking his transition from mayor to deputy.
In Val-de-Marne, Vincent Jeanbrun (LR) narrowly defeated the outgoing LFI deputy Rachel Keke by just 545 votes. Similarly, Romain Tonussi (RN) secured his position in Bouches-du-Rhône with a mere 329-vote lead over Jean-Marc Zulesi, the former Macronist president of the sustainable development committee.
Marie-Caroline Le Pen (RN), sister of Marine Le Pen, faced a narrow defeat in Sarthe's 4th constituency. She lost to Elise Leboucher (LFI) by only 225 votes, despite leading in the first round. The left's candidate gained an advantage from the withdrawal of the Macronist contender.
In Yvelines, LFI deputy William Martinet lost by 140 votes to UDI candidate Laurent Mazaury. Bertrand Pancher, president of the LIOT group, was also narrowly defeated by Maxime Amblard (RN) by 500 votes. Charles de Courson, the oldest member of the National Assembly, was re-elected in Marne with a slim margin of 444 votes against RN's Thierry Besson.
The narrow victories and defeats have sparked discussions about potential appeals before the Constitutional Council. The close results highlight the intense competition and the importance of every single vote in these legislative elections.
- The elections have demonstrated the volatility and competitiveness of the French political landscape. The results, characterized by narrow margins, underscore the divided nature of the electorate and the shifting political alliances.
- Jean-Didier Berger's victory in Hauts-de-Seine is a significant win for the center-right coalition. His celebration at Bella Vita with loyal supporters reflects the high stakes and emotional investment in these elections.
- The narrow defeats of prominent figures like Marie-Caroline Le Pen and Bertrand Pancher indicate the unpredictable nature of the election outcomes. These results may lead to strategic reassessments within their respective parties.
- Charles de Courson's re-election, despite the tight race, is a testament to his longstanding influence and expertise in public finances. His narrow victory provides a much-needed boost to the LIOT group, especially after Bertrand Pancher's loss.
