France: High-stakes election begins with anti-immigration party projected to dominate polls

Voters across France began casting ballots Sunday (Jun. 30) in the first round of a crucial parliamentary election

The outcome of the two-round election, which will wrap up July 7, could impact the lives of dual citizens, the country’s foreign policy and how France’s nuclear arsenal and global military force are managed.

Many French voters are frustrated about the high cost of living and economic concerns, as well as President Emmanuel…