Francois Bayrou, the French Prime Minister, survived a no-confidence vote with only 189 votes against the 289 required to dismiss his government. This outcome reflects the fragile nature of his position, especially after losing the support of the Parti Socialiste during pension reform discussions. Bayrou's government lacks a majority in the National Assembly, and tensions have arisen as the PS declares feelings of betrayal. The far-right Rassemblement Nationale is also closely monitoring the government's actions, particularly regarding the upcoming budget, which is expected to be complicated due to France's financial issues.
French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou survived a no-confidence vote, receiving 189 votes against the 289 needed, underscoring the fragility of his position after only six months.
With no majority in the National Assembly, Bayrou's reliance on the Parti Socialiste has diminished, leading to tensions and claims of betrayal from the PS leader Olivier Faure.
Bayrou's government faces scrutiny from the far-right Rassemblement Nationale, which has not ruled out using its parliamentary leverage to potentially vote out Bayrou in the autumn.
Estimates suggest that finalizing the 2026 budget will be challenging due to France's financial difficulties, a situation that poses further risks for Bayrou's tenure.
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