Reconquête
ReconquestFar right
EU Parliament
Election Trend
Result of the last parliamentary election: 0.7%
Reconquête is a far-right party in France, founded in 2021 by Éric Zemmour. It emphasizes national sovereignty, the protection of French identity, and strict immigration control. In the 2022 presidential election, Zemmour received 7.07% of the votes. The party attracted members from the Rassemblement National and the Républicains. In June 2024, Reconquête received 5.5% of the votes in the European elections, resulting in five seats in the European Parliament. However, internal tensions led to the split of prominent members like Marion Maréchal, who founded the party Identité-Libertés in October 2024.
Foundation and Ideology
Reconquête was founded in December 2021 by Éric Zemmour, a former journalist and political commentator known for his far-right views. The name of the party means 'reconquest' and reflects the goal of strengthening French identity and sovereignty. The party positions itself against immigration and globalization and emphasizes traditional French values.
Election Results and Political Development
In the 2022 presidential election, Éric Zemmour received 7.07% of the votes, which was remarkable for a political newcomer. In June 2024, Reconquête achieved 5.5% of the votes in the European elections, securing five seats in the European Parliament. These results demonstrated the party's potential, even though it lagged behind established far-right parties like the Rassemblement National.
Internal Tensions and Splits
After the 2024 European elections, tensions arose within Reconquête. Marion Maréchal, a prominent figure in the party, called for a coalition with the Rassemblement National, which led to conflicts with Éric Zemmour. As a result, Maréchal was expelled from the party in June 2024 and founded her own political movement called Identité-Libertés in October 2024. These developments weakened Reconquête.
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FAQ
Where does Reconquête currently stand?
In the current election trend Reconquête reaches 3% of the vote today. Compared to the last election, this is a difference of +2.3 percentage points.
In the election trend of the federal states Reconquête currently reaches .
What are the political positions of Reconquête?
The party emphasizes the importance of national sovereignty, cultural heritage, and immigration control. They advocate for the protection of the French identity.
Is Reconquête left-wing or right-wing?
Reconquête is a party with far-right positions.
Which faction in the EU Parliament does Reconquête belong to?
Reconquête sympathizes with the faction Europe of Sovereign Nations in the EU Parliament.
What does REC stand for?
REC is the abbreviation for Reconquête.