France Faces Political Turmoil Over New Prime Minister Barnier

Macron's choice of a conservative PM leads to protests and challenges in a divided government.

Protests erupted across France following Macron's appointment of conservative Michel Barnier as Prime Minister.
The left-wing coalition, Nouveau Front Populaire (NFP), argues the choice ignores the results of the July elections.
Barnier's potential resurrection of the Immigration Ministry has sparked controversy among moderates and leftists.
The NFP, while united in opposition, faces internal divisions about strategies moving forward.
Barnier must navigate a politically fragmented parliament and address pressing issues like immigration and budget deficits.