French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigned on Monday after only weeks in office.
His departure makes him France’s shortest-serving premier since 1958.
President Emmanuel Macron accepted the resignation hours after Lecornu revealed his new cabinet.
The sudden exit highlights renewed instability in French politics.
Cabinet Decisions Trigger Outrage
Lecornu faced sharp criticism from allies and opponents after announcing his government lineup.
The conservative Republicans opposed former Economy Minister Bruno Le Maire’s move to defence minister.
Critics condemned the cabinet for recycling previous ministers instead of introducing fresh faces.
Political observers called the choices uninspired and lacking vision for change.
Renewal Concerns Dominate Debate
Twelve of 18 ministers had already served under François Bayrou before his 8 September ousting.
Opponents accused Lecornu of failing to deliver meaningful political renewal.
The cabinet lineup reinforced frustration with recycled leadership and stagnant governance.
Lecornu’s resignation underscores deep divisions within France’s ruling coalition.
