The chapter analyzes the recent European Parliament elections, focusing on the surprising outcomes in France where President Macron's party faced setbacks while the far-right emerged as a dominant force. It discusses the challenges faced by Macron's party, the shifting political landscape towards the right in Europe, and the dynamics of extreme right parties in France. The conversation also delves into the rise of new political figures, the concept of laicite, and the changing societal values in Europe, particularly concerning right-wing movements and perceptions towards Islam.