National Rally Says It Can Form Senate Group 'For the First Time in Its History'
The far-right party said Saturday's Senate election results put it in position to form a parliamentary group for the first time.
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France's National Rally party said it is now in a position to form a parliamentary group in the Senate for the first time in its history, following the results of the September 27 senatorial elections.
The claim, made by party representatives, reflects the outcome of an indirect electoral process in which local elected officials, rather than the general public, choose senators. The Senate has historically leaned toward parties of the center and traditional right.
Party officials framed the development as a significant milestone, given that the National Rally has previously struggled to gain a foothold in the upper chamber despite growing strength in other electoral contests, including European and some regional elections.
Details on the precise number of seats won and the composition of the prospective group, including whether it would include allied parties, were still emerging as the party made its announcement.
If confirmed, the formation of a Senate group would give the National Rally additional institutional tools within the chamber, including greater speaking rights and committee involvement, extending its political reach into a body it had not previously been able to organize within.
Sources
- 🔴 Le RN dit être en mesure de constituer un groupe au Sénat "pour la première fois de son histoire" — France 24 — Français
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