Rumours that Emmanuel Macron could resign if Marine Le Pen wins a majority in parliament spooked French markets so much yesterday that he was forced to come out and reject the speculation. He will stay as president, he says, no matter what.
The French government will still function if Macron’s party loses more seats in parliament (where he doesn’t currently have a majority).
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