Thousands of protesters took to the streets across France, responding to a call from a far-left party leader who criticized as a power grab the president's appointment of a conservative new prime minister, Michel Barnier. Demonstrators denounced Barnier's appointment as denying democracy, echoing France Unbowed leader Jean-Luc Melenchon's fiery rhetoric that the people are in rebellion. The protests challenged Macron's decision and highlighted the intense political atmosphere following a divided legislative election.
The left bloc views Barnier's conservative background as rejecting the electorate's will, intensifying the already charged political atmosphere in the EU's second economy. Authorities did not record a huge nationwide turnout, but the protests occurred in approximately 150 locations, showcasing widespread unrest. As demonstrators carried placards questioning the validity of their votes, Barnier's government faces scrutiny regarding its legitimacy and future direction amidst calls for a long-term battle against the current political decisions.
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