French PM Bayrou Survives No-Confidence Vote in Assembly

French Prime Minister François Bayrou retained his post on Tuesday after lawmakers rejected a no-confidence motion filed by left-wing opposition parties in the National Assembly. The proposal failed to secure the absolute majority needed to bring down the government, allowing Bayrou’s centrist administration to remain in office.

The vote marks the latest attempt by opposition forces to unseat Bayrou amid disputes over economic and social policy. By surviving the motion, the prime minister preserves his ability to advance planned legislation ahead of the summer recess, though analysts expect continued parliamentary turbulence.