Jordan Bardella's popularity reaches 47% after the PSG violence

Jordan Bardella has reached a new milestone in the polls. According to an exclusive study conducted from May 31 to June 2 for Figaro Magazine, the president of the National Rally now enjoys 47% public trust among the French, a 6-point increase in just one month. This surge comes in the context of the urban violence that followed Paris Saint-Germain's victory in the Champions League final, transforming a night of celebration into scenes of chaos across the country.

Unprecedented violence

The figures from the riots attest to the scale of the unrest. Between 780 and 900 arrests have been made, according to various sources, while one death has been recorded. Law enforcement also reported 57 officers injured. This widespread violence has provoked reactions in France and abroad, with Mayor Lecuyer notably calling for a ban on certain sporting events.

Immediate political impact

The simultaneous occurrence of these events and Jordan Bardella's rise in popularity illustrates the increased sensitivity of the French to security issues. The leader of the National Rally (RN) traditionally benefits from this type of context to strengthen his political position. This record increase in his popularity confirms the impact of urban violence on the choices of the French electorate, at a time when public debate is crystallizing around public order and crowd management at major sporting events.