The French government is set to introduce a new immigration law in early 2025, aiming to extend the maximum detention period for undocumented immigrants from 90 to 210 days.

This move follows a series of immigration laws, each attempting to address the shortcomings of its predecessors.

The proposed law comes in the wake of a tragic incident involving a Moroccan national, previously convicted of rape, who was released due to the lack of deportation prospects.

The government, led by Prime Minister Michel Barnier, is also considering reintroducing measures previously deemed unconstitutional, such as stricter family reunification rules and immigration quotas.

The National Rally party, led by Jordan Bardella, has expressed cautious optimism, noting that their influence in parliament is growing.

However, they remain skeptical about the government's commitment to actual implementation.

The debate continues as the government seeks to balance security concerns with constitutional constraints.