The president, thwarted at home, has become increasingly frustrated and weakened at a critical moment for his country and Europe.
Tag: National Rally (France)
France’s Government Has Collapsed. What Comes Next?
President Emmanuel Macron is expected to appoint a new prime minister, rejecting calls for elections or his resignation.
French Prime Minister Bayrou Loses Confidence Vote, Putting Pressure on Macron
Prime Minister François Bayrou failed a confidence vote aimed at breaking an impasse over the budget, adding more pressure on President Emmanuel Macron.
French Prime Minister Calls Special Parliamentary Session to Address Ballooning Debt
Prime Minister François Bayrou called a parliamentary session to address the “gravity” of the situation. An analyst said his move was “political suicide,” as some opponents vowed to bring down the government.
French Police Raid National Rally Over Campaign Finances
The authorities said they were investigating whether the nationalist, anti-immigrant party broke France’s campaign-finance rules.
This French Senator Has Become Trump’s European Nemesis
In biting verbal assaults viewed by millions, Claude Malhuret has issued a scathing critique of the American president, bringing a lifetime of experience to bear.
Marine Le Pen’s ‘Witch Hunt’ Talk Echoes Trump. Will It Work in France?
After years trying to moderate her party’s image, the far-right leader, convicted of embezzlement, now voices Trump-like outrage, at some risk.
Defiant, Le Pen Tells Supporters ‘I Won’t Give Up’ Despite 5-Year Ban
In a speech, Marine Le Pen, the French far-right leader, cast a judicial decision prohibiting her from running for office as a threat to democracy.
Trump Weighs In on Marine Le Pen Conviction
The American president cast the French politician’s conviction as an example of far-right persecution, ignoring ample evidence against her.
‘I Am Disgusted’: Le Pen Voters Voice Outrage Over Her Conviction
National Rally supporters say the court decision punishing France’s far-right leader for embezzlement will ultimately redound in her favor.