Overview

• Marine Le Pen urges Macron to hold a referendum on key issues like immigration and healthcare.
• Michel Barnier, former EU Brexit negotiator, appointed as France's prime minister by Macron.
• Barnier's position is seen as fragile, with both far-right and left-wing parties challenging his authority.
• Over 100,000 left-wing demonstrators protested Barnier's nomination, accusing Macron of a power grab.
• Polls show mixed reactions to Barnier's appointment, with a majority doubting his long-term stability in the role.