On December 24, Olivier Faure, the First Secretary of the Socialist Party, criticized Prime Minister François Bayrou for failing to meet conditions necessary for a pact of non-censorship. Faure highlighted key issues such as avoiding dependence on the far-right and the need for clarity on government policies. He expressed frustration over the ambiguous nature of Bayrou’s intentions, particularly regarding fiscal policies and budget deficits, suggesting that the Socialist Party might consider a motion of censure following Bayrou’s upcoming policy statement.