In the monthslong political crisis in France, Prime Minister Francois Bayrou will face a no-confidence vote today, which will decide whether he gets breathing space or the country falls into further c

French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou will use special constitutional powers to pass the 2025 budget on Monday, triggering a crucial no-confidence vote that will decide whether his minority government survives.

French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou is expected to force through his government's budget without a parliamentary vote on Monday, raising the prospect of a no-confidence motion from the socialist party.