The French legislative body has denied the administration's proposals
In a dramatic turn of events in French politics, Prime Minister François Bayrou has tendered his resignation to President Emmanuel Macron following a no-confidence vote in the French National Assembly.
The vote, which took place on a recent day, saw 194 deputies vote in favour of confidence, while a majority of 364 voted against. The government has subsequently resigned as a result of this vote.
This is not the first time Bayrou has faced a no-confidence vote. In February 2025, he managed to overcome two such votes in parliament. However, this latest vote has proven to be his undoing.
Bayrou initiated the confidence vote, hoping to garner support for his plan to save 44 billion euros by 2026. The plan has been met with criticism from various parties, with many deputies expressing concerns over its implementation.
In the lead-up to the vote, Bayrou urged deputies to reach a "compromise" to pull the country out of the political crisis and prevent a potential financial crisis. However, it seems that his efforts were not enough to secure the necessary votes.
Bayrou believes that the greatest risk was to take no action and let the situation run its course without change. It remains to be seen who will take over as the new Prime Minister and what direction the government will take in the future.
The vote and subsequent resignation of the Prime Minister were reported by Euronews, with the news sending shockwaves through the political landscape of France. The country now faces an uncertain future, with the political crisis set to continue in the coming days and weeks.
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