Le Pen vows to save €140 billion by 2032 if elected to prevent French 'default'

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Far-right leader Marine Le Pen said she would make drastic savings to bring France's public deficit back in line if she wins next year's presidential election.

The government forecasts the national debt will hit 5.

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  • The government forecasts the national debt will hit 5.
  • Reported by France 24 and published Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:52:46 UTC.

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