French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu's decision to ram the budget through Parliament without a vote, using Article 49.3 of the Constitution, is not undemocratic, explains political science professor Bastien François.
Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Time: 6:10 pm (Paris)
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