Attal and Bardella Face Off in Heated EU Election Debate

French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal and far-right leader Jordan Bardella engage in a critical debate as polls show National Rally leading ahead of June elections.

French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal and far-right leader Jordan Bardella clashed in a televised debate ahead of the European elections.
Attal accused Bardella's party of inconsistency and lack of substance, while Bardella criticized government policies on immigration and foreign affairs.
Polls show Bardella's National Rally leading significantly, with Macron's Renaissance party struggling to secure second place.
The debate highlighted the generational shift in French politics, with both leaders appealing to younger voters.
The outcome of the June 9 elections could reshape France's role in the EU and influence future presidential races.