French Prime Minister Michel Barnier Resigns Amid Crisis

U.S. president-elect Donald Trump has labeled the northern border with Canada a national security threat, while in France, Prime Minister Michel Barnier has been ousted following a no-confidence vote just months after taking office. The no-confidence motion was initiated by a coalition of left-wing and far-right parties, reflecting deepening political polarization and dissatisfaction with President Emmanuel Macron's leadership. Barnier's proposed austerity measures to address a significant budget deficit sparked widespread outrage, leading to his government becoming the first to fall from a no-confidence vote in over 60 years. President Macron has pledged to continue his term until 2027 despite this political upheaval and will appoint a new government soon. The instability in France, alongside political turmoil in Germany, raises concerns about the future of European governance and security, especially as a new U.S. administration prepares to take office.