The leftist 'France Proud' party has threatened to initiate impeachment proceedings against President Emmanuel Macron, accusing him of undermining democracy by rejecting their prime ministerial candidate, Lucie Castets. This move follows the results of the early legislative elections held in July, which have left the political landscape in France fragile. Despite their assertions, experts suggest that the chances of successfully impeaching Macron are slim due to the current parliamentary balance and lack of support from other political factions.
The constitutional provisions for impeachment, outlined in Article 68 of the French Constitution, require a significant majority in Parliament to initiate proceedings. Historically, this article has only been invoked once since its introduction in 2007. The leftist coalition's inability to present a strong candidate and their internal divisions further complicate their political maneuvering, raising questions about their legitimacy and effectiveness in challenging Macron's presidency.
