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In a surprise turn of events, a left-wing coalition in France is expected to win the most seats in the legislative election, dealing a blow to far-right leader Marine Le Pen's aspirations for the next government. The New Popular Front, including Socialists and France Unbowed, is projected to secure 172 to 210 seats, falling short of an absolute majority. President Macron's centrist alliance is set to come second, and Prime Minister Attal announced his resignation. The euro weakened in response to the election results. The New Popular Front's victory could signal increased public spending and policy clashes with the EU, while Macron may need to make new spending commitments to form a new administration amidst calls for different alliances and defining a new national project.
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