French PM Michel Barnier loses no-confidence vote as government collapses

Macron nominates long-time ally and leader of centrist bloc François Bayrou as new PM

Bayrou, 73, was named the new prime minister after Michel Barnier's government was toppled by a vote of no confidence on 4 December.

Macron seeks new PM as special budget bill is introduced to avoid government 'shutdown'

Outgoing French PM Michel Barnier's cabinet held its last meeting Wednesday, proposing a "special bill" to maintain government operations into 2025. The bill will be debated next week.

Historic Vote Removes PM Barnier, Macron’s Authority Weakened as Left & Right Unite Against Him

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'Le Pen taking a huge gamble' with ouster of Barnier government, expert says

Barnier govt on chopping block: 'Very surprising alliance between left-wing coalition and far right'