Tue Oct 07 11:44:53 UTC 2025: ## French PM Launches Last-Ditch Talks After Cabinet Rejection Fuels Political Crisis

**Paris, France** – Outgoing Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu is scrambling to salvage his government, embarking on two days of emergency talks with parliamentary leaders after his proposed cabinet was rejected, plunging France deeper into political turmoil.

Lecornu, who offered his resignation to President Emmanuel Macron just 27 days after being appointed, will attempt to find common ground across party lines to form a stable government. The move comes after his cabinet proposal, unveiled just days ago, was met with widespread criticism from both allies and rivals, triggering a crisis simmering since the 2024 snap elections left the French parliament deeply divided.

President Macron has instructed Lecornu to conduct “final negotiations by Wednesday evening to define a platform of action and stability for the country,” according to the Elysee Palace. However, the purpose of these talks remains unclear, leaving lawmakers and the public confused.

The rejection of Lecornu’s cabinet followed the ousting of his predecessor, Francois Bayrou, due to an unpopular austerity budget that sparked nationwide strikes. Critics argued Lecornu’s proposed team contained too many of the same figures from the previous administration and leaned too heavily to the right.

The situation has ignited calls for an early presidential election. Jordan Bardella, leader of the far-right National Rally, is urging for the dissolution of parliament. Former Prime Minister Edouard Philippe, once a close Macron ally, has also voiced support for a presidential vote. Even former Prime Minister Gabriel Attal expressed bewilderment, stating, “Like many French people, I do not understand the president’s decisions any more.”

While the Constitution allows Macron to appoint another prime minister or reappoint Lecornu, the current political climate suggests finding a solution will be a significant challenge. Some observers believe Macron is simply buying time, while others believe the crisis necessitates a fresh election to break the deadlock and restore stability to the French government. Macron has repeatedly stated he will serve out his second term, ending in 2027, but the current political landscape is proving increasingly difficult to navigate.

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