All articles tagged with #marine le pen
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CBS News
France's government has collapsed after Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigned less than a month into his term, leading to calls from far-right leader Marine Le Pen for new parliamentary elections amid ongoing political instability, economic challenges, and public protests.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by politico.eu
Marine Le Pen criticized President Macron and his government amid critical budget talks, positioning her party as the main alternative and signaling her willingness to challenge the political establishment, while also rallying support and dismissing potential alliances with other parties.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by politico.eu
Marine Le Pen, leader of France's far-right National Rally, is actively working to topple Prime Minister François Bayrou's government and push for new elections, despite her legal ban from running for office, aiming to increase her influence and potentially run in future presidential elections.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Financial Times
French police raided offices of Marine Le Pen's far-right political party, Rassemblement National, as part of an investigation, highlighting ongoing legal scrutiny of the party.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by politico.eu
French officials oppose Marine Le Pen's proposal for widespread air conditioning, citing environmental concerns and the fact that AC can worsen heat waves by releasing heat into the streets. While household AC use is increasing, authorities prefer non-emission solutions like planting trees. Recent record-breaking temperatures highlight the urgency of addressing heat waves.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by POLITICO Europe
Poland's Donald Tusk has halted discussions on a potential peacekeeping force in Ukraine, while in France, far-right leader Marine Le Pen faces a strategic decision on whether to disrupt the political landscape or cooperate, with an eye on the 2027 presidential election. Meanwhile, France and Poland are set to discuss the deployment of foreign troops to Ukraine post-conflict, and French Socialist leaders are reaching out to President Macron as they navigate the formation of a new government following the ousting of Prime Minister Barnier.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The European Conservative
French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to appoint a new prime minister soon, amid challenges in expanding his political support base. Macron is reportedly working on a 'no-censure pact' to ensure government stability, as he struggles to form a broader coalition beyond the current center and center-right parties. Potential candidates for the prime minister position include François Bayrou and Bernard Cazeneuve. Meanwhile, Marine Le Pen's popularity is rising, with her party, the Rassemblement National, positioning itself as the main opposition. Macron's decision may be announced after his trip to Poland.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
Marine Le Pen faces a pivotal moment as she pushes for a no-confidence vote against French Prime Minister Michel Barnier, potentially bringing down Emmanuel Macron's government. This move could elevate her far-right National Rally party to power, but it carries significant risks, including economic instability and questions about her motivations. Le Pen's actions are seen as a strategic gamble to weaken Macron and position herself for a future presidential run, amid ongoing legal challenges that could impact her political career.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by POLITICO Europe
France is facing a political crisis as Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally party pushes for a no-confidence vote against Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government, which could lead to its collapse. Le Pen's ultimate goal appears to be forcing President Emmanuel Macron to resign, capitalizing on the turmoil to strengthen her position. Despite concessions from Barnier, Le Pen's demands have been inconsistent, and her actions have intensified calls for Macron's resignation, especially among National Rally supporters and some left-wing lawmakers.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by POLITICO Europe
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier is making a last-ditch effort to prevent the collapse of his government, which could have significant repercussions for the eurozone. The political crisis has been exacerbated by far-right leader Marine Le Pen's criticism of the French budget, calling it "unjust." The situation remains tense as Barnier's government faces imminent collapse.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
France is facing political instability as Prime Minister Michel Barnier is expected to lose a no-confidence vote over the budget, leading to the collapse of his minority government. Barnier, appointed by President Macron, has struggled to pass a budget due to opposition from both the left-wing coalition and the populist right led by Marine Le Pen. If Barnier falls, he may remain in a caretaker role while Macron seeks a replacement, but no stable government is expected until new elections can be called in July.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Courthouse News Service
Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally plans to join a leftist coalition to initiate a no-confidence vote against Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government over budget disputes. Despite Barnier's attempts to appease the National Rally, Le Pen criticized his budget plan for not meeting their demands, particularly regarding tax issues. The move could lead to the government's collapse, with a final vote expected soon. The political instability is partly attributed to President Emmanuel Macron's earlier decision to dissolve the government and call for snap elections.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Bloomberg
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier made a last-minute concession to Marine Le Pen on the 2025 budget by agreeing not to cut reimbursements for medicines. This move aims to prevent a no-confidence vote that could destabilize the government and lead to financial and political uncertainty.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNBC
France's far-right National Rally party, led by Marine Le Pen, has threatened to support a no-confidence vote against Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government if their demands for budget concessions are not met by Monday. The party opposes tax hikes and spending cuts in the proposed 2025 budget, which they argue will harm French households and businesses. The political standoff could lead to significant financial market volatility and further complicate France's fiscal challenges, with potential implications for the euro zone's economic stability.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by POLITICO Europe
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier faces a critical deadline as far-right leader Marine Le Pen threatens to topple his government unless her budget demands are met. With France's economy under pressure and Barnier's government lacking a parliamentary majority, the situation is tense. Le Pen's National Rally party has issued a list of demands, including tax and spending adjustments, in exchange for their support. Barnier must navigate this political standoff to pass the social security budget and avoid a government collapse.