Marine Le Pen, leader of the National Rally party's parliamentary faction, has warned of possibly withdrawing support from the coalition government following unsuccessful negotiations with Prime Minister Michel Barnier.
According to Report, she made this statement during an interview with BFMTV following her meeting with Barnier.
Le Pen noted that negotiations with the Prime Minister did not satisfy her demands regarding budget cut revisions. She emphasized that chances for reaching a compromise remain minimal.
The 2025 budget bill, which includes significant cuts in government spending, has become a subject of heated discussions between the ruling coalition and opposition. If Le Pen follows through with her threat, the government could face a vote of no confidence.
She explained that her party demands the removal of the government's planned electricity tax increase from the project. Le Pen also warned the Prime Minister against attempting to pass the budget by bypassing parliament using Article 49.3 of the French Constitution.
Article 49.3 of the French Constitution allows authorities to pass laws without voting. However, if this provision is used, the National Assembly has the right to declare a vote of no confidence in the government within 24 hours.