Sat Sep 07 15:32:54 UTC 2024: – Thousands of people are protesting in France over the nomination of right-wing Michel Barnier as the new prime minister
– More than 100 protests are expected across the country
– Demonstrations called by trade unions and left-wing political parties after their candidate for prime minister was rejected by President Macron
– Protesters express anger over what they see as a denial of democracy and a stolen election
– Mr. Barnier says he is open to forming a government with politicians across the political spectrum
– Critics worry that his government will be dependent on the far right
– Mr. Barnier focused on forming a new government despite the protests
– Some on the left blame themselves for ending up with Mr. Barnier as prime minister
– The former EU Brexit negotiator says he will take on Emmanuel Macron in the elections next spring

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