Hey fam, big drama out of France: PM Francois Bayrou just got booted after losing a confidence vote—first time ever under the Fifth Republic! 😲
Out of 558 valid votes, only 194 deputies backed his budget cuts plan, aiming to save billions per year. Talk about a parliamentary plot twist! 🔥
Bayrou has been warning that France’s public debt—now a jaw-dropping €3,345.8 billion (114% of GDP)—is "life-threatening," urging action to rein in spending before it spirals further.
Adding fuel to the fire, far-right leader Marine Le Pen is calling on President Macron to dissolve the National Assembly and call fresh elections. Could we see new ballots soon? 🗳️
With France entering uncharted political waters, all eyes are on how this crisis will reshape Europe’s financial and political landscape. Stay tuned! 🌍
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French parliament ousts prime minister, deepening political crisis
cgtn.com
