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French prime minister ousted in no-confidence vote, throwing country into deep uncertainty


Published on 2024-12-04 20:01:06 - Brian Stokes, N@N
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  • French Prime Minister Michel Barnier has been ousted in a no-confidence vote just three months into his term, after lawmakers on the left and the right united to

French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne was ousted from her position following a no-confidence vote in the National Assembly, plunging France into political uncertainty. The vote, which passed with 278 votes in favor, was initiated by a coalition of opposition parties including the far-right National Rally and the left-wing France Unbowed, over Borne's controversial pension reform that raised the retirement age from 62 to 64. This unexpected outcome has led to speculation about President Emmanuel Macron's next steps, with potential options including appointing a new prime minister or calling for early elections. The political instability comes at a time when France is also dealing with ongoing protests and strikes against the pension changes, exacerbating the country's social and economic tensions.

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