The minority government of Prime Minister Michel Barnier in France is on the verge of being toppled by a confidence vote, with opposition support from both leftist forces and the far-right National Rally, led by Jordan Bardella. If Barnier cannot survive this vote, it would mark the first time in over 60 years that a French government is ousted in this manner. The outcome is expected after a parliamentary debate, while concerns about the upcoming budget and the government’s ability to function persist amidst political gridlock.