Tense Day in French National Assembly as Controversial Social Security Funding Bill Faces Vote
On December 2, the French National Assembly will vote on a sensitive Social Security funding bill, which is expected to receive no support from either the left or extreme right, amidst a divided parliament. The government, led by Prime Minister Michel Barnier, may invoke Article 49.3 of the Constitution to pass the bill, risking a censure motion from the left and National Rally. Marine Le Pen condemned the government’s decision to end discussions, while the government maintains its openness to dialogue, following recent budgetary debates.