French Premier Risks Government Collapse as Opposition Grows

Opposition to French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou’s government gained momentum on Tuesday, adding to the likelihood that it could be forced out in a confidence vote as soon as next month.

Three of the largest opposition parties in France’s National Assembly — the far-right National Rally, the leftist France Unbowed and the Socialists – have all indicated they will vote against the motion, which would force the government to resign.