Sébastien Lecornu resigned as France’s prime minister on Monday, weeks after taking office.
His departure made him the shortest-serving French premier since 1958.
President Emmanuel Macron accepted the resignation hours after Lecornu announced his cabinet lineup.
The resignation highlighted renewed political tensions and instability in Paris.
Cabinet Choices Spark Outrage
Lecornu faced immediate backlash from both allies and opposition after revealing his new government.
The conservative Republicans condemned the appointment of former Economy Minister Bruno Le Maire as defence minister.
Critics accused Lecornu of prioritizing loyalty over innovation in his cabinet selections.
Lack of Renewal Draws Strong Criticism
Twelve of the 18 ministers had previously served under former prime minister François Bayrou.
Observers argued the lineup failed to bring fresh faces or new ideas to the government.
Lecornu’s resignation underscored growing frustration with recycled politicians and stagnant leadership.
