French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday said he would dissolve the country's parliament and call for a new legislative nationwide vote after suffering a heavy defeat at EU elections.
After requesting that Macron call an election, Le Pen welcomed the news, saying on X: "We are ready for it."
It's a risky move by Macron, who could be left with no control over France's domestic issues if RN wins a parliamentary majority.
The first round of the parliamentary election will take place on June 30, with the second round on July 7, Macron said.
The center-right European People's Party (EPP) is once again projected to win the most parliamentary seats, however, with slightly more seats than before.
Persons:
Emmanuel Macron, Macron, Le Pen, isn't, — CNBC's Charlotte Reed
Organizations:
EU, France TV, Macron's, CNBC, European People's Party, EPP
Locations:
Elysee, Paris, France