Macron Faces Political Turmoil Amid French Government Collapse

French President Emmanuel Macron announced he will appoint a new prime minister within days following the resignation of Michel Barnier, who stepped down after a no-confidence vote in parliament. Macron criticized the far right and hard left for collaborating to bring down the government, while Marine Le Pen defended the censure as constitutional. The political crisis follows Macron's controversial decision to call snap elections, leading to a parliamentary deadlock. The new prime minister's immediate focus will be the 2025 budget, amid speculation over potential candidates.