Macron defies public opinion by appointing his preferred candidate as Prime Minister, describing him as a "continuity" figure

Wednesday, Sep 10, 2025

El Confidencial

Macron replaces Bayrou with Lecornu, a continuity move amid social unrest and political deadlock in France.

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Following the failure of former Prime Minister François Bayrou’s budget proposal, SĂ©bastien Lecornu has been appointed as his successor by President Emmanuel Macron. This appointment represents a continuation of the current political direction, with Lecornu having previously led the Ministry of Defense and being associated with increased military spending. Despite social unrest and political deadlock in France, Macron chose this continuity to address instability. Lecornu’s selection is seen by some as a move towards traditional right-wing politics and potentially an effort to build bridges with the National Rally party, although critics view it as ideologically rigid. The transition coincides with ongoing public protests against austerity measures, which are expected to continue during the new Prime Minister’s inauguration.

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