During a speech at the Départements de France association, French Prime Minister Michel Barnier outlined measures to address local leaders’ concerns over proposed budget cuts. He emphasized his commitment to serve the nation and warned against any attempts to pass…
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen is facing a five-year prison sentence and a simultaneous ban from political office as a Paris prosecutor alleges illegal party funding practices. Le Pen, alongside 24 others, is accused of misusing European Parliament funds…
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier emphasized the need for a single candidate from the right and center for the upcoming 2027 presidential election. Speaking at a meeting in Matignon, he warned that failing to unify could lead to a runoff…
Laurent Wauquiez, leader of the Republican group in the French National Assembly, has come under fire from left-wing deputies for his limited presence during recent budget debates. Socialist MP Arthur Delaporte and Renaissance MP Prisca Thevenot both highlighted Wauquiez’s sporadic…
Over 600 French lawmakers have expressed strong opposition to the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, which aims to eliminate most tariffs between the regions. They raised concerns over potential health risks for consumers and unfair competition for local farmers. In a letter…
During the ongoing trial concerning alleged misuse of European Parliament funds by members of the National Rally party, prosecutors criticized the defendants’ inconsistent narratives and collective defense strategy. The European Parliament’s lawyer, Patrick Maisonneuve, pointed to a systematic operation from…
In a recent interview, Julien Dray discussed his new book, ‘Qui est Mélenchon,’ reflecting on his fractured friendship with the La France insoumise leader. Dray claims that Mélenchon has become a divisive figure in French society, particularly regarding issues of…
The French budget bill for 2025 is poised for a critical vote in the National Assembly, with significant alterations made by deputies that diverge from the government’s initial proposal. Key amendments include increased revenue forecasts and removed tax measures, leading…
On November 4, the French National Assembly approved a revised version of the 2025 Social Security budget revenue section, supported primarily by left-wing votes. The new plan, which includes an increase of 17 to 20 billion euros in contributions, faced…
