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Who is the new French Prime Minister?

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French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed Sébastien Lecornu as the new Prime Minister after the ousting of François Bayrou by Parliament.

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France's Macron names loyalist Lecornu as new PM

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  • Emmanuel Macron appoints Sébastien Lecornu as France's new prime minister.
  • The move signals Macron's commitment to pro-business reforms despite a minority government. 14s
  • Macron's government now relies on far-right support after losing the center-left. 28s
  • The ousting of François Beyrou has intensified France's political crisis. 37s
  • The 'Block Everything' protest movement has gained momentum, reflecting social anger and distrust. 53s
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France's Macron names loyalist Lecornu as new PM

French President Emmanuel Macron named loyalist Sébastien Lecornu as the country's new prime minister.

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