French politics have seen a turbulent year marked by significant government turnover, with Prime Minister Francois Bayrou facing record unpopularity. President Emmanuel Macron's approval rating has plummeted to 19 percent. The political landscape is characterized by a divided Left and a ruling government grappling with unprecedented levels of discontent. Popularity challenges face Marine Le Pen, who is banned from the 2027 presidential race, while her deputy, Jordan Bardella, emerges as the frontrunner. Whoever takes office will confront severe fiscal challenges, further complicating an already fragile political climate.
Emmanuel Macron's approval rating has fallen to 19 percent, while Prime Minister Francois Bayrou, the least popular Prime Minister of the Fifth Republic, holds only 13 percent approval.
The democratic health of France is at its lowest since the 1950s, characterized by the ruling government's unprecedented unpopularity and a fragmented left.
Marine Le Pen, despite being France's most popular politician, faces unpopularity with high negative ratings and is banned from running in the 2027 election.
The front-runner for the presidency, Jordan Bardella, who is seen as an inexperienced politician, will inherit significant fiscal challenges upon taking office.
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