French President Emmanuel Macron has reappointed Sébastien Lecornu as prime minister, tasking him with forming a new government just days before a critical budget deadline.
Lecornu previously served as prime minister for 27 days before stepping down on October 6. His swift return comes as Macron faces mounting pressure to resolve a deepening political crisis and present a draft budget to the National Assembly by Monday.
In a statement, Lecornu pledged to restore stability and reduce public spending, saying his return is driven by a sense of duty to France.
The reappointment signals Macron’s intent to maintain continuity while navigating a fractured political landscape.