French President Emmanuel Macron has reappointed Sebastien Lecornu as Prime Minister, just days after Lecornu resigned from the position. Lecornu, a 39-year-old former defense minister, had attempted to step down due to the challenges of working with opposition parties. However, Macron asked him to remain in the role, and Lecornu has now agreed to return as Prime Minister.
Lecornu’s initial resignation came after he struggled to form a government and pass a budget. He had been given a month to complete the task, but ultimately decided to step down rather than face a parliamentary non-confidence vote. Despite this, Macron has chosen to reappoint Lecornu, citing the need for stability and continuity in the government.
The reappointment of Lecornu has been met with criticism from opposition parties, who have vowed to reject any government he proposes. The anti-establishment right and left have already stated that they will vote down any government Lecornu puts forward, making it difficult for him to pass a budget and implement policies.
The situation in France is complex, with Macron’s party facing opposition from multiple sides. The parliamentary head of Macron’s Renaissance party, Gabriel Attal, has warned against giving the impression of clinging to control, suggesting that the party needs to adapt to the changing political landscape.
Lecornu has stated that his new government will be a “government of mission,” focused on passing a budget by the end of the year. He has also emphasized that the government will be “completely disconnected from presidential ambitions,” suggesting that it will be a technocratic government focused on solving immediate problems rather than advancing Macron’s political agenda.
The instability in the French government has raised concerns about the country’s ability to pass legislation and implement policies. The opposition has called for Macron to resign, but he has shown no indication of doing so. Instead, he appears to be relying on Lecornu to navigate the complex political landscape and find a way to pass a budget and stabilize the government.
The situation is likely to continue to evolve in the coming weeks, with Lecornu facing significant challenges in forming a government and passing a budget. The opposition has vowed to reject any government he proposes, and it remains to be seen whether he will be able to find a way to overcome their objections and implement policies.