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French Deficit Scrutiny

Former French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal defends his government's economic record amid criticism over rising public deficit, while Bruno Le Maire and Elisabeth Borne face Senate scrutiny.

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EconomyFranceGovernmentFinanceFrench PoliticsBudget

French SenateBercy (French Ministry Of Economy And Finance)

Gabriel AttalBruno Le MaireElisabeth Borne

How did Gabriel Attal defend the economic policies of his government and Bruno Le Maire?: Attal argued that the criticism levied against Le Maire regarding the deficit was unwarranted and that the government had taken decisive action to address the financial issues. He emphasized the government's commitment to reducing France's debt.
What measures did the previous French government take to address the rising public deficit?: Former Prime Minister Gabriel Attal defended his government's economic policies, particularly those of his former Economy Minister Bruno Le Maire, during a Senate hearing. He highlighted the significant efforts made to control the public deficit, including substantial spending cuts.
What is the current projection for France's public deficit in 2024, and what concerns does it raise?: The projected public deficit is significantly higher than initially predicted, reaching 6.1% of GDP in 2024. This has raised questions about the accuracy of previous government forecasts and the effectiveness of the measures taken.
What arguments did Bruno Le Maire make regarding the current deficit and what counterfactual did he present?: The Senate hearing involved questioning of both Attal and the former Economy Minister, Le Maire. Le Maire argued the current government could have limited the deficit to 5.5% had they adopted the measures he proposed before leaving office.
Who else is scheduled to testify before the Senate regarding France's public finances, and what is the context of these hearings?: The Senate is also scheduled to hear from Elisabeth Borne, Attal's predecessor, on November 15th, as part of a broader review of France's public finances and the upcoming 2025 budget.

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