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Oct 14, 2026 at 10:07 AM ET
Mélenchon unveils plan to raise taxes, boost spending
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
French presidential candidate Jean-Luc Mélenchon unveiled a plan to repair France’s public finances by raising levies on capital and wealthy households while increasing spending on public services and green investment. He also reiterated a proposal to write off part of France’s debt.
WHO: Jean-Luc Mélenchon
WHAT: Jean-Luc Mélenchon unveiled a plan to repair France’s public finances through higher taxes, increased spending and a partial debt write-off.
WHEN: Reported Oct 14, 2026 at 8:20 AM ET
WHERE: France
WHY: Mélenchon said the plan was intended to repair France’s public finances.
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