
Macron appoints François-Noël Buffet as Défenseur des droits after gay marriage backlash
French lawmakers approve the senator by a narrow margin, sparking fears the rights watchdog will miss its mission.
By Salman Al-Amri·· 3 min

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3 briefings · “opposition”

French lawmakers approve the senator by a narrow margin, sparking fears the rights watchdog will miss its mission.

A bid to amend the constitution collides with mounting opposition tactics, and Tshisekedi now swings toward talks.

A growing opposition influence inside the state raises governance risk and shifts the stability calculus for decision-makers.