French protests unite students, unions, and Yellow Vests against high prices

Tens of thousands are expected to protest across France on Saturday as students, trade unions, and Yellow Vest remnants unite against high prices and the country's strained social model. The protests began last month in Paris' poor northern suburbs over teacher absences and poor facilities, expanding into a nationwide movement against inequality and weak public spending. Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu fears unrest, with over 900 police injured since protests started. The demonstrations occur as President Emmanuel Macron's presidency ends amid a polarized electorate and high borrowing costs. The government blames hard-left France Unbowed for inflaming protests, while police face criticism for injuries, including an adolescent whose hand was blown off by a stun grenade.