French Politics
Lecornu's government fate hangs on retirement reform concessions
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Sébastien Lecornu's new government, formed on October 12, faces immediate no-confidence motions from La France Insoumise and the National Rally. The Socialist Party, led by Olivier Faure, demands the suspension of the retirement reform or it will vote to censure. Lecornu is set to deliver his general policy statement to the National Assembly on October 14.
Lecornu government faces immediate crisis with Republicans
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Sébastien Lecornu announced 18 ministers for his government on Sunday evening, featuring many reappointments and the surprise return of Bruno Le Maire to the Armies. Barely formed, the executive draws ire from Republicans, with Bruno Retailleau decrying the lack of promised rupture, and censure threats from the left and National Rally. A first cabinet meeting is set for Monday at 4 p.m., ahead of the policy speech on Tuesday.
French labor minister questions desire to quit work early
2025년 10월 28일 08시 49분Government rejects socialists' Zucman tax proposal
2025년 10월 26일 05시 21분Camille Fernandes defends academic freedom as a common good
2025년 10월 18일 05시 09분Retailleau toughens naturalization exam before leaving interior ministry
2025년 10월 08일 01시 27분Mental health overlooked as a real political issue in France
2025년 10월 06일 00시 46분Jean Birnbaum questions repeated mistakes of the left
2025년 10월 04일 00시 48분Stormy social climate at the French National Assembly
October 2 strike draws thousands of protesters across France
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A nationwide strike disrupted parts of France on October 2, 2025, with protests against reforms. The Interior Ministry reports 195,000 participants, while the CGT counts nearly 600,000. Disruptions affected transport and schools.
In assembly, common base dominates commissions except finances with RN support
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On October 2, 2025, the French National Assembly elected its permanent commissions, with the common base securing all presidencies except finances, thanks to Rassemblement National support. Meanwhile, the vice-presidents' election marked RN's return to the Assembly's bureau and exposed divisions within the Nouveau Front Populaire. These outcomes highlight current political alliances and tensions.
Laurent Wauquiez's intact ambition within Republicans
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In an exclusive interview with Le Figaro, Laurent Wauquiez, leader of LR deputies, expresses his persistent ambition despite the party's internal crises. He believes there is no natural right-wing candidate for the presidential election and pledges to do everything to pull France out of its decadence. This comes as divisions deepen between Wauquiez and Bruno Retailleau over the budget and the union of the right.
Common base regains key National Assembly posts with RN support
With support from the Rassemblement National (RN), the common base has regained control of key positions in the National Assembly. This unexpected alliance follows tense legislative elections. The details of this deal highlight the fragility of the new parliamentary setup.
Rassemblement National returns to National Assembly bureau
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The Rassemblement National (RN) has returned to the National Assembly bureau, securing several key positions in the October 1, 2025 election. This allocation reflects the proportional distribution of seats among parliamentary groups. The far-right party, previously excluded, thus strengthens its institutional presence.
Laurent Joly discusses the enduring legacy of the Vichy regime
Historian Laurent Joly, in an interview with Le Monde, states that the shameful weight of Vichy's past has not vanished in contemporary France. In his new book, he examines the Vichy regime's active role in the Holocaust. This analysis highlights current echoes of that dark period.