France is gearing up for a wave of widespread protests this Saturday, as workers, retirees, and students plan to rally against the rising cost of living and declining purchasing power. The demonstrations coincide with a stern warning from the Court of Audit regarding the state of social finances, with the social security deficit expected to reach 21.8 billion euros by 2026. In response to the unrest, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has announced a massive security deployment, promising a more mobile and reactive police strategy compared to the events of October 17. With presidential elections approaching, the government faces a deepening political and economic crisis, fueled by growing public discontent over austerity measures and the lack of concrete solutions for the most vulnerable citizens.