French Court Strikes Down Controversial Immigration Law as Unconstitutional

France's Constitutional Council has rejected over a third of the articles in a controversial immigration bill, including measures toughening access to social benefits and family reunification, and the introduction of immigration quotas. The ruling was seen as a blow to the right and far right, with Interior Minister Gerard Darmanin hailing the decision while far-right National Rally party president Jordan Bardella criticized it as a "coup by the judges." The dispute reflects tensions around migration in Europe, as anti-immigration parties on the far right gain popularity ahead of European Parliament elections.