French lawmakers approved a 2% tax on assets over €1 billion, proposed by the far-left LFI party, amid debates on the state budget. The ruling Renaissance party and National Rally opposed it. LFI lawmaker Aurelien Le Coq emphasized the need to tax the wealthy, while Budget Minister Laurent Saint-Martin criticized the amendment, fearing it could deter investment. The proposal comes as France faces a significant public deficit. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)