In a move straight out of a political drama , French Prime Minister Michel Barnier is triggering special constitutional powers to fast-track a social security budget bill without a parliamentary vote, according to reports from TF1 and LCI.
The maneuver, known as Article 49.3, lets the government sidestep debate—a power play that’s sparking heated reactions. Critics call it a blow to democratic process, while supporters argue it avoids gridlock amid economic uncertainty.
Why should you care? This bill impacts everything from healthcare funding to pension adjustments. With France’s youth unemployment at 17%, social security reforms could reshape opportunities for Gen-Z workers.
Analysts say the move reflects growing global trends of leaders bypassing traditional channels to push policies. But at what cost? Stay tuned as debates over transparency vs. efficiency heat up!
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French PM to use special power to push through social security bill
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