Macron Reappoints Lecornu as French Prime Minister Amid Budget Tensions
TL;DR
French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu, known as Macron's loyal 'soldier monk', was reappointed just four days after resigning, to navigate a challenging 2026 budget through a hostile parliament amid criticism and rising popularity due to his humble persona.
- French PM Lecornu, Macron's 'soldier monk', steels himself for budget battle Reuters
- In shock move, French president reappoints prime minister who quit Monday CNN
- Criticism Greets Macron’s Repeat Pick of Lecornu for Prime Minister: ‘Bad Joke’ The New York Times
- Macron Reappoints Lecornu as France’s Prime Minister Bloomberg.com
- French PM urges end to 'ridiculous spectacle' as budget deadline looms Reuters
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