Macron faces new crisis as prime minister’s resignation adds to political uncertainty | AP News
France is once again caught in a whirlwind of political drama — and President Emmanuel Macron seems to be running out of moves.
On Monday morning, Macron accepted the resignation of Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, who had been in office for just 27 days. His ministers didn’t even last a full day. But in a dramatic twist that surprised everyone, Macron asked Lecornu to lead emergency talks with the opposition just hours later.
The goal? To form what Macron called a “platform of action and stability” by Wednesday evening. In plain words — to somehow hold things together as France’s economy and politics spin out of control.
A President Running Out of Options
Observers say Macron’s decision shows just how few cards he has left to play. His previous prime ministers have fallen one after another, and now even his allies are questioning his judgment.
“He’s just buying time — it’s ridiculous,” said Green lawmaker Sandrine Rousseau. Others from the conservative Les Républicains party called it “melodrama” and said that “trust is broken.”
If Lecornu fails to reach a deal, Macron may have no choice but to call snap elections, which could make his situation even worse. Analysts warn that such a move might strengthen the conservatives and the far-right National Rally, both eager to capitalize on Macron’s dwindling support.
Markets and Europe Are Watching Closely
Behind the political chaos lies a growing economic concern. France needs to make billions of euros in budget cuts — something its politicians can’t seem to agree on. Without decisive action, international investors could lose confidence, putting pressure not just on France but on the entire European Union’s economy.
Allies Turning Away
Even Macron’s loyalists are losing faith. Former Prime Minister Gabriel Attal admitted he “no longer understands” Macron’s decisions. And longtime allies in the Senate, such as Hervé Marseille, are distancing themselves from him.
Some insiders believe Macron is intentionally pushing the country toward a political showdown, possibly hoping that chaos will make him appear indispensable in the future. Although he can’t run in the next presidential election, some speculate he’s already eyeing a comeback in 2032.
For now, Macron stands increasingly alone — walking the banks of the Seine, as cameras caught him doing, appearing deep in thought. France’s future, it seems, is hanging in the balance.
Macron’s latest political move — accepting Lecornu’s resignation only to send him back into negotiations — reveals a president under immense pressure, trying to buy time as both his allies and opponents lose patience. France faces not just a political crisis, but a test of confidence that could ripple through all of Europe.
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