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Retailleau Challenges Wauquiez for Republicans Presidency, Risking Party Split

French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau announced his candidacy for the presidency of the Republicans party, challenging Laurent Wauquiez's plans and risking a damaging internal conflict ahead of the 2027 presidential election, despite attempts to reassure the party.

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Retailleau Challenges Wauquiez for LR Presidency, Sparking Potential 2027 Presidential Showdown

French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau announced his candidacy for the presidency of the Republicans party on February 12th, challenging an agreement with Laurent Wauquiez and potentially triggering a leadership battle that could affect the right-wing's prospects in the 2027 presidential election...

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Paris Socialist Party Sets April 3rd for Mayoral Primary

The Paris chapter of the French Socialist Party proposes April 3rd as the date for its mayoral primary election, pitting Emmanuel Grégoire against Rémi Féraud, with the local federation retaining the right to adjust the date. This decision follows weeks of waiting and accusations of delaying tactics...

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France Debates Changing Jus Soli Law

French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin proposed amending the jus soli law, requiring children born in France to foreign parents to choose French citizenship between ages 16-21, instead of automatic acquisition at 13, a proposal supported by Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau but opposed by other of...

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France's Constitutional Council Nomination Sparks Debate Over Qualifications

President Macron's nomination of Richard Ferrand to lead France's Constitutional Council sparks debate about prioritizing political affiliation over legal expertise and moral integrity in selecting judges for this key institution responsible for upholding the rule of law and fundamental rights.

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French Deputy Faces Sanctions After Accusing Colleague of Antisemitism

During a heated debate at the French National Assembly on February 6th, 2024, RN deputy Frédéric Falcon called LFI deputy Ersilia Soudais an "outright antisemite," prompting calls for sanctions and a temporary suspension of the session. The incident followed Soudais's past controversial statements o...

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France's 2025 Social Security Budget Passes Amidst Political Divisions and Increased Deficit

After multiple censure motions, France's 2025 social security budget passed, featuring increased health spending (3.4%), a deficit exceeding €22 billion, and concessions to various political groups following intense negotiations and divisions in the National Assembly.

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Retailleau Challenges Wauquiez for Leadership of Les Républicains

French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau announced his candidacy for the presidency of the Les Républicains party on February 12th, challenging Laurent Wauquiez and potentially fracturing the right-wing party ahead of the 2027 presidential election, despite a prior agreement to divide responsibilit...

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Darmanin Urges Single Ruling-Party Candidate for 2027 French Presidential Election

French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin warned on February 8th that multiple candidates from the ruling party in the 2027 presidential election would likely result in a second-round matchup between Marine Le Pen and Jean-Luc Mélenchon, which he believes Le Pen would win; he advocates for a primary ...

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Three Nominees for French Constitutional Council Face Confirmation Vote

France announced three nominees for its Constitutional Council on February 10th: Richard Ferrand (nominated by Emmanuel Macron), Laurence Vichnievsky (nominated by Yaël Braun-Pivet), and Philippe Bas (nominated by Gérard Larcher); they will replace Laurent Fabius, Corinne Luquiens, and Michel Pinaul...

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French Ecologist Leader Calls for Referendum on New Constitution

Marine Tondelier, head of France's Ecologist party, on February 8th, called for a referendum on creating a constituent assembly to write a new constitution, arguing that France's current institutions are outdated and ill-suited to modern challenges.

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French Political Crisis Deepens After No-Confidence Vote

Following the dissolution of the French National Assembly, Prime Minister Michel Barnier faced a no-confidence vote and was replaced by François Bayrou, amidst growing political instability; a recent by-election in Boulogne-Billancourt saw a Republican candidate leading, drawing criticism from Presi...

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