The French Republic In the Midst of Governmental Crisis as Prime Minister Steps Down
Greetings and follow along with the European real-time updates. All eyes this morning are on Paris, which has been thrown into political turmoil as the prime minister, the PM, steps down after only weeks in the role.
Emmanuel Macron confirmed his exit earlier today after the ministerial team the president announced Sunday evening was met with intense backlash throughout the political landscape.
The outgoing PM is set to make a statement imminently, so keep following for every update.
France is facing a significant political shift as its premier departs after a brief tenure.
Key Points
- Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has departed after under 30 days in office.
- Macron confirmed the exit following criticism of the new cabinet.
- France's governance is now in a phase of instability as the nation awaits further developments.
What Happens Next?
This departure brings a leadership gap at a crucial juncture for France, with the political landscape now in question.
