Current president Macron (27,6%) and Russia-friendly Le Pen (23,4%) qualified for the final round. In third place, very close to qualify, was Bernie Sanders of France, Mélenchon (21,9%).
- “Macron vs. Le Pen” pairing has also been to the final round in 2017.
- Melenchon voters will decide the winner. He advised them to not vote for Le Pen, but didn’t endorse Macron. Most of them might stay home.
- Both Macron and Le Pen are trying to propose left-wing ideas to reach Melenchon’s voters. They have until 24th of April to convince them.
