French Political Crisis: New Prime Minister Expected Within 48 Hours as Lecornu Steps Aside

Oct 09, 2025 03:26 am CST

Outgoing French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu announced that President Emmanuel Macron is expected to name a new premier within 48 hours, potentially ending months of political deadlock over the austerity budget. Lecornu indicated his mission is complete and suggested a technocratic government might be appointed to address France's challenges until the 2027 presidential election.