French President Emmanuel Macron is facing a stormy political year, having appointed his third prime minister in just 12 months. On Friday, Macron named Francois Bayrou, a seasoned centrist politician, as the new head of government after a tense two-hour meeting.
Bayrou, 73, is stepping into a highly unstable political climate. A former presidential candidate and long-time ally of Macron, Bayrou is tasked with leading France out of its growing political and financial troubles. But can he succeed where his predecessors failed?
Why Does France Keep Losing Prime Ministers?
The problem isn’t just about personalities—it’s about France’s deeply divided parliament and worsening budget crisis.
Bayrou’s predecessor, Michel Barnier, lasted just over three months as prime minister. He was forced to resign earlier this month after losing a no-confidence vote in parliament. Barnier had tried to push through a 2025 budget with strict spending cuts, arguing that these were necessary ...
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