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French PM renounces using special powers at parliament over budget

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France’s new prime minister announced Friday he would not use a special constitutional power to force a budget through parliament without a vote and will instead seek a compromise with lawmakers from the left and the right.

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  • Prime Minister Leconneu's party lacks a parliamentary majority. 7s
  • Leconneu pledged to stop bypassing parliament to pass unpopular laws. 18s
  • Opposition parties welcomed the move but demanded further action. 37s
  • Key issues include immigration, EU spending, and tax policy. 57s
  • Leconneu aims to find compromises on each contentious issue. 1m 37s
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