The Aix-Marseille-Provence Metropolis recently chose not to vote on its budget, putting the State in a position regarding its financial commitments. This decision, supported by the mayors of the 92 municipalities, aims to denounce the loss of 120 million euros in grants. However, the State reacted by imposing savings without guaranteeing new funding. This precedent raises questions for Martinique about the effectiveness of such a budgetary strategy.