Editorial: Liberation

• There is a palpable tension within Emmanuel Macron's team, particularly over his stance of not raising taxes.
• These tensions are placing lead negotiator Michel Barnier under pressure, threatening his political future.
• Barnier's colleagues call for greater fiscal policy clarity, in line with the 'tax justice' he hinted at.
• While some corporations wouldn’t mind a potential tax hike, the mention of increasing income tax for the wealthiest taxpayers is causing dispute.

Conclusion: The lack of clarity in Michel Barnier’s fiscal strategy appears to unsettle some, calling for a stronger commitment to preserve not just his cabinet's stability, but to satisfy the nation as well.

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