French President Emmanuel Macron is under pressure to appoint a new prime minister following Michel Barnier's resignation after a historic no-confidence vote. Discussions focus on expanding political alliances or striking deals with opposition parties. Barnier's government faced significant challenges, including public debt and societal divisions. Macron is exploring options to form a stable government without the far-right or hard-left parties. The outgoing government introduced a temporary bill to ensure continuity in public services while navigating the upcoming budget crisis.