a stormy first day at the Assembly

Several hours of debate, but with many blockages in the National Assembly. Since Monday July 18, measures for purchasing power have been under discussion in the hemicycle. The government says it is ready to compromise, but sets certain limits. “Not everything is financially possible”, made a point of specifying Bruno Le Maire, the Minister of the Economy. For the time being, the deputies are not not yet come to the end of article one, providing for the continuation of the Macron bonus.

A measurement rejected on the left. “We want wage increases”, confided the LFI deputy, Adrien Quatennens. No firm opposition on the side of the National Rally, which is trying to reach out to the opposition. Among the 20 measures discussed, is the revaluation of 4% of pensions and social benefits or the establishment of a food check. A final vote is scheduled for the 7 august.