Macron to Unveil New, Smaller French Government This Weekend
French President Emmanuel Macron is set to name a new, smaller government this weekend under Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu, according to sources. This move aims to address France's ongoing political crisis and manage its high public debt. The new cabinet is expected to be announced on Saturday or Sunday. It will be a leaner team of about 20 to 25 ministers, a significant reduction from the previous 35. An outgoing minister confirmed "there will be many departures" and only "three or four arrivals." Key figures like Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot and Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau are expected to keep their posts. However, Economy Minister Eric Lombard, linked to unpopular austerity measures, is likely to be replaced. The future of Culture Minister Rachida Dati, who faces a corruption trial, remains uncertain. This new government is Macron's latest attempt to resolve a […]