France’s political scene is in chaos as Édouard Philippe, Macron’s first PM and now party leader, publicly urged President Macron to resign 🔥.
Philippe’s call comes after newly appointed PM Sébastien Lecornu quit—just weeks into the job—failing to build a winning coalition in parliament. Imagine a group project with zero teammates backing you; that's where France is at right now 🤯.
Macron tried a last-ditch effort to bring the center-right and other factions together, but the far-right refused to even show up. With no majority in sight, the country is stuck in a “hung parliament,” a fancy way of saying nobody has full control.
Looking ahead, the 2027 election is a make-or-break moment. Marine Le Pen’s far-right party senses its best shot yet to take power—no wonder tensions are sky-high. Plus, Macron can’t run again due to term limits, so Philippe suggests fast-tracking the vote once the budget’s approved, calling it a “political bomb” 💥.
In a blunt interview, Philippe described the situation as a “distressing political game” and said Macron should ensure a smooth handover by stepping down “in an orderly manner.” It’s like pressing the reset button on a glitchy app.
This turmoil traces back to Macron’s gamble in summer 2024 when legislative elections backfired, giving the far-right unexpected muscle. Le Monde even called it proof of Macron’s second-term unraveling.
What’s next? Macron could bring back Lecornu, pick a new PM (number eight for his mandate!), or call fresh elections. Meanwhile, Socialist leader Olivier Faure wants a left-wing government, and Republicans leader Bruno Retailleau is open to teaming up—if his squad gets enough seats.
All this unfolds as France wrestles with record-high public debt and a tough budget ahead. Even Le Pen, despite legal troubles, says Macron resigning and quick polls would be “wise.”
Stay tuned as France navigates this historic twist—like the season finale of your favorite drama, but set in the Élysée Palace 🎬.
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Ex-French PM urges Macron to resign amid escalating political turmoil
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