Olivier Lecornu

Olivier Lecornu is a French politician who recently served as the Prime Minister of France, having been appointed to the position just a month prior to his resignation. His administration faced immediate challenges, including criticism for the continuity of ministers from the previous government and controversy surrounding key appointments, particularly that of Bruno Le Maire to the Defense Ministry. Lecornu's government was formed in coalition with the conservative Républicains party, but lacked a parliamentary majority, leading to political instability. His tenure was marked by attempts to implement austerity measures aimed at reducing France's national debt, a task that had previously proved difficult for his predecessor. Following his resignation, Lecornu became the third Prime Minister in 2023 to leave office amidst mounting political pressures and challenges within the French government.