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French Government Falls After Bayrou Loses Confidence Vote
Prime Minister François Bayrou lost a confidence vote 364 to 194 over his austerity budget aimed at reducing France's debt, triggering government collapse and political uncertainty.
- The French Parliament voted 364 to 194 to oust Prime Minister François Bayrou, resulting in a government collapse just nine months into his term.
- Bayrou's confidence vote was prompted by his proposed $51 billion austerity plan, which faced significant opposition due to unpopular measures like cuts to public spending.
- President Emmanuel Macron now faces the challenge of appointing a new prime minister and will need to navigate uncertainty, as polling suggests that a snap election may not change the political landscape.
- Marine Le Pen criticized Macron, stating that the current crisis is a result of his administration's failures, calling France the 'sick man of Europe.
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Once again, a French government has failed, and the debt-stricken country needs a new prime minister quickly, and President Macron must see to it that he gets out of the line of fire.
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French Prime Minister François Bayrou lost a confidence vote in parliament, marking the fourth such defeat for President Emmanuel Macron since his reelection. Bayrou was defeated by 364 votes to 194 on Monday after linking his government’s survival to a €44 billion ($51 billion) savings plan. The proposal, which called for scrapping two public holidays and freezing government spending, was aimed at cutting France’s deficit but drew strong opposi…
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