France is bracing for a major political shakeup as calls from both the right and the left grow for President Emmanuel Macron to resign. The pressure comes ahead of what many believe will be the imminent collapse of the government in September. 

Far-left leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon announced he will submit a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister François Bayrou’s government, following Bayrou’s unveiling of a series of austerity budget cuts.

Analysts note that unlike past attempts, this no-confidence vote appears likely to succeed, as discontent spreads across party lines. The looming crisis raises the possibility of early elections and an uncertain political landscape in France, with Macron facing his toughest challenge yet to maintain control.