French PM Lecornu Resigns Hours After Unveiling Cabinet
Reported by David Joshua | Sele Media Africa

In a stunning turn of events, French President Emmanuel Macron has accepted the resignation of Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, just hours after Lecornu unveiled his new cabinet. The abrupt move adds to France’s ongoing political instability. [1]

Lecornu, who assumed office in September, had promised a “profound break” from the past. However, his new cabinet was widely criticized for being too similar to the administration he replaced, prompting backlash from across the political spectrum. [1]

In a short address outside the Prime Minister’s residence, Lecornu attributed his resignation to political gridlock and the inability of parties to compromise:

⁠“Partisan appetites have prevailed over national interest,” he lamented. [1]   

France’s political factions—including the far right National Rally—have called for snap elections and urged Macron to dissolve the legislature. [2] The president now faces the challenge of selecting a new prime minister who can deliver stability in a deeply divided parliament.
Citations:

1. The Guardian: www.theguardian.com/world/2025/oct/06/france-pm-sebastien-lecornu-resigns?utm_source=chatgpt.com
2. Reuters: www.reuters.com/world/europe/french-socialist-leader-will-vote-against-pm-lecornu-things-stand-2025-10-06/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

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