Michel Barnier active le 49.3 sur le budget de la Sécu, LFI et RN promettent la censure

Michel Barnier, facing a lack of majority to pass the social security budget, invoked Article 49.3 of the Constitution, triggering a motion of censure from the National Rally and La France Insoumise. This action, combined with the fragmented parliament and the potential for a combined left-wing and far-right coalition, could potentially lead to the government's downfall.

Use of Article 49.3

• 00:00:00 Michel Barnier utilized Article 49.3 of the Constitution to bypass a parliamentary vote on the social security budget, due to a lack of a majority in the assembly. This triggered a reaction from opposition parties, including the National Rally and La France Insoumise, who announced motions of censure against the government. The government's actions were viewed by the opposition as an unwillingness to respond to the demands of voters, particularly those who voted for the National Rally.

Motion of Censure

• 00:00:35 The National Rally and La France Insoumise filed motions of censure against the government following the activation of Article 49.3. They believe that a potential government collapse is a necessary consequence of Barnier's actions and the political chaos created by the current fragmented parliament. The possibility of achieving the 288 votes needed for a successful motion exists through a combined effort by the left-wing and far-right parties, suggesting a possible change in the political landscape.