French President Emmanuel Macron announced he will appoint a new prime minister “in the coming days” following the collapse of his government. Speaking to the nation, Macron vowed to complete his term and dismissed calls for his resignation after the National Assembly passed a no-confidence vote against his administration.
“The mandate entrusted to me is a five-year term, and I will fully exercise it,” Macron stated, emphasizing his role in maintaining institutional stability.
Macron Defends Decisions and Outlines Next Steps
Macron criticized lawmakers from the far left and far right for bringing down the government, accusing them of creating “disorder” by rejecting the budget just before Christmas. He defended his earlier decision to hold snap elections in response to a far-right surge in European polls, claiming it was necessary to give voters a voice.
Looking ahead, Macron pledged to establish a streamlined government that represents a broad political spectrum. A temporary law will be introduced in December to ensure public service continuity, followed by the drafting of a new budget early next year.