French Prime Minister François Bayrou is grappling with division within his minority government over a proposed ban on women wearing hijabs in sports competitions. While the law is driven by a push for secularism, key ministers express discomfort, particularly Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin, who threatened to resign if concessions are made. With some federations supporting a hijab ban and others allowing it, the future of the legislation remains uncertain as it shifts from the Senate to the Assemblée nationale, highlighting deep divisions and political implications given the rise of far-right sentiments.
"I cannot remain in a government that gives in on these issues. I am not participating in that," Darmanin told the newspaper Le Parisien."
"If we want to let Le Pen defend secularism on her own, we could not do a better job," Darmanin added.
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