VOICED : Franceses cuestionan estatuto de primera dama a Brigitte Macron

A petition against formalizing Brigitte Macron's role as first lady has gathered 270,000 signatures in France. The French government argues that Brigitte has responsibilities but will not receive a salary, nor will the Constitution be amended. The role of spouses of French heads of state is not clearly defined, though they have access to resources. Brigitte Macron has been active in representation and plans to focus on disability and health issues.

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