French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigned on Monday, only weeks after taking office.
His resignation made him France’s shortest-serving premier since 1958.
President Emmanuel Macron accepted Lecornu’s resignation hours after he revealed his new cabinet.
The move intensified political uncertainty and raised questions about Macron’s government strategy.
Cabinet Appointment Sparks Immediate Backlash
Lecornu unveiled his ministers less than a month into his tenure, drawing heavy criticism.
Allies and opposition politicians attacked the lineup for its lack of innovation.
The conservative Republicans protested ex-Economy Minister Bruno Le Maire’s return as defence minister.
Critics warned that the choices reflected recycled leadership rather than genuine reform.
Critics Highlight Failure to Renew Leadership
Observers noted that 12 of 18 ministers previously served under former prime minister François Bayrou.
Bayrou left office on 8 September, leaving skepticism about continuity and reform.
Lecornu’s reliance on familiar faces fueled claims that his cabinet offered no fresh vision.
His resignation underscored growing frustration with political stagnation in France.
