French Government Faces Crisis as Immigration Bill Divides Nation
French President Emmanuel Macron is working to restore unity within his ruling party after the adoption of a tough immigration bill, which faced opposition from both the far-right and left-wing members. Around a quarter of Macron's lawmakers voted against the bill or abstained. Macron is expected to address the reform in a television interview, while Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne downplayed the idea of a "crisis in the majority." The bill, which was hardened under pressure from the far-right, has faced criticism from various groups and politicians. France has a history of welcoming refugees and immigrants, but rising social tensions have complicated the issue.