France lost thousands of its countrymen in the form of emigrants who wished to escape political tensions and save their lives
The second option is the best fit!
Article I, Section 4, Clause 1: The Times, Places and Manner of holding Elections for Senators and Representatives, shall be prescribed in each State by the Legislature thereof; but the Congress may at any time by Law make or alter such Regulations, except as to the Places of chusing Senators.
