Critical Elections in France: One in three voters expected to vote Le Pen
Polls indicate particularly high turnout – Macron's party is expected to record less than 20% – The 2nd round will take place next Sunday
France: Macron’s first message after announcing the election – How Le Pen’s triumph is changing the political scene
"My only ambition is to be useful to our country, which I love so much," says the French president
Marine Le Pen is currently leading the field in the race to replace President Macron
If Le Pen were to outperform Macron in the EU elections it would not only challenge Macron's leadership but also solidify her position as the frontrunner for the Presidency
