The former Minister of Health and government spokesman, who had returned to the Assembly, was beaten by the candidate of the New Popular Front.
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Former Minister of Health and government spokesman Olivier Véran was defeated in the 1st constituency of Isère on Sunday, July 7, in the second round of the legislative elections, by Hugo Prévost, a 24-year-old student nominated by the New Popular Front. In a three-way race, Olivier Véran obtained 40.24% of the vote, against 42.35% for his rival and 17.41% for the RN candidate, Alexandre Lacroix.
“I have never known a greater honour than to serve my country and the people of this magnificent first constituency of Isère since 2012”reacted Olivier Véran on X. “In a three-way race against the RN and LFI candidates, my team and I defended the values we believe in. Hugo Prévost is now responsible for representing you in Parliament.”he added.
“Tonight, my defeat is confused and faded behind the victory of a country that has once again said no to the extreme right. We came close. Let’s take care of what unites us. On the other side of the summer, I hope, the time for reconciliation will come.”he continued.
