Published3. December 2024, 3:59 pm
FranceMichel Barnier did not believe that “Marine Le Pen would dare” to censor
The french Prime Minister fell off his chair when the RN told him he would censor the government.
The Barnier government is hanging by a thread.
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“Until yesterday, the Prime Minister did not believe that the RN would censor,” explained the president of the center bloc group, as the far-right party prepared to vote on Wednesday evening on the motion of criticism put down by the LEFT. During the meeting of the leaders of the “common base” group (Renaissance, Modem, Horizons and LR), during which Michel Barnier informed his troops that he intended to use 49.3 to accept the Social Security budget without a vote, the latter left him absent.to respond to Marine Le Pen.
“When he came back it was different. At one point he told us this sentence – I don’t think it was a calculated sentence, I think it was spontaneous – ‘I didn’t believe she would dare’,” said this group leader. And paraphrasing Michel Barnier: “We can see that every time we release something else it calls for something else and that we probably have to stop at some point.”
“There will always be something”
Michel Barnier
According to the prime Minister’s entourage, he had already spoken to the frontline leader this morning to announce to her that he was going to comply with her regarding reductions in the reimbursement of medicines. In the afternoon, ”she told him that in the end we need more pensions,” says the same source about inflation indexing only some of the pensions. “Le Pen is giving up,” the Prime Minister’s entourage chants,as the former presidential candidate confirmed on Sunday that the government had to introduce pensions or medicines in one of the two economies.
“Yesterday, it was medicines or pensions, we give them the medicine. Now we need pensions too. There will always be something,” said Michel Barnier, according to the group leader. “there is a choice made by the RN (the RN), in any case, they would have found a story to do it,” he admitted, again according to this source.
“No, we formally deny”
Entourage of Marine Le Pen
Another sign that an outstretched hand was refused: according to Michel barnier’s entourage, Marine Le Pen’s “close guard” refused “meeting opportunities” to Matignon “three times.” A declaration to which the RN and Marine Le Pen’s group responded promptly. “No, we formally reject” these invitations, they insisted to AFP.
“The first contact with Michel Barnier’s office took place on November 8 at our request,” the same source confirmed. “After the first discussion, we were told that ‘the Prime Minister’s agenda was very tense’ and that it would be difficult to get Marine Le Pen.It was almost a month ago.”
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How can prime Minister Michel Barnier regain public trust amidst political challenges?
Interview between Time.news Editor adn Political Expert Dr. Claire Dupont
Time.news Editor: Good afternoon, Dr. Dupont, and thank you for joining us.We’re keen to discuss the recent unexpected turn in French politics surrounding Prime Minister Michel Barnier and the rising influence of Marine Le Pen’s National Rally. Can you set the scene for us?
Dr. Claire Dupont: good afternoon! Absolutely, the political landscape in France has taken a dramatic shift. Recently, Prime Minister Barnier expressed his astonishment at the audacity of Le Pen’s party, stating that he “did not believe” thay would attempt to censor the government. This reflects the increasingly bold nature of the National Rally as they gain traction.
Time.news editor: It sounds like a critically important moment. what do you think prompted Le Pen to make this move?
Dr. Claire Dupont: Le pen’s strategy appears to be a gamble aimed at appealing to her base by taking on the government directly. This sort of confrontation can energize her supporters and galvanize discontent towards Barnier’s management. the National Rally has been positioning itself as the voice against what they perceive as elitism and censorship.
Time.news Editor: There was a report that Barnier literally fell off his chair at the proclamation. How do you think this reaction plays into the overall narrative of his leadership?
Dr. Claire Dupont: It’s quite symbolic. That moment underscores his surprise at Le Pen’s boldness,but it also might suggest a level of vulnerability in his administration. Falling off his chair could serve two purposes: it humanizes him, showing that he’s affected deeply by political developments, but it also might raise questions about his preparedness to lead in such turbulent times.
Time.news Editor: How do you see the dynamics evolving? Could we be moving towards a more extreme form of politics in France?
Dr. Claire dupont: It’s a distinct possibility. The alarmist rhetoric and stringent positions taken by parties like the National Rally signal a shift towards populism. As mainstream parties struggle to maintain relevance, we might see more extreme policies gaining popularity. The electorate is increasingly looking for alternatives to customary options, which can lead to a fracturing of the political landscape.
Time.news Editor: Speaking of alternatives, do you think Barnier can bounce back from this? What should he focus on to regain public trust?
Dr. claire dupont: He needs to focus on pragmatic solutions to the pressing issues facing the populace—economic recovery, security, and public health. Barnier should also engage wiht voters, perhaps even directly addressing their concerns head-on, to re-establish trust. A proactive stance could mitigate the impact of radical movements, but he will need to present a compelling vision for the future.
Time.news Editor: Thank you, Dr. Dupont. Your insights into this situation are invaluable. It seems like a critical time for France, and all eyes will be on how both Barnier and Le Pen navigate this political crossroads.
Dr. Claire Dupont: Thank you for having me! It will indeed be fascinating to watch how this unfolds. The landscape is shifting rapidly, and I think we’re in for a dramatic narrative.
