Jan 12: Coupe de France Thrills and Political Trials: January 12, 2026

Exciting developments in the Coupe de France highlight this episode, alongside a critical look at Marine Le Pen's impending appeal trial. We also explore a bold economic proposal aimed at revitalizing growth in Europe and discuss the ongoing agricultural protests affecting the nation.

00:00 - France Today
00:32 - Coupe de France Round of 16: Rennes, Lyon, and Montpellier Advance with Key Wins
01:14 - Marine Le Pen's Appeal Trial Begins Amid Threat to 2027 Presidential Bid
01:57 - Philippe Aghion Proposes Voluntary European Capital Market to Boost Growth Amid US Disparity
02:44 - Widespread Agricultural Protests Shake France Over EU-Mercosur Trade Deal
03:27 - Former Finance Minister Éric Lombard Urges Use of Article 49.3 to Pass 2026 Budget Amid Political Deadlock
04:07 - Finishing up

• Marine Le Pen's Appeal Trial Begins Amid Threat to 2027 Presidential Bid
• Former Finance Minister Éric Lombard Urges Use of Article 49.3 to Pass 2026 Budget Amid Political Deadlock
• Philippe Aghion Proposes Voluntary European Capital Market to Boost Growth Amid US Disparity
• Widespread Agricultural Protests Shake France Over EU-Mercosur Trade Deal
• Coupe de France Round of 16: Rennes, Lyon, and Montpellier Advance with Key Wins

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