Sebastien Lecornu has submitted his resignation as prime minister of France, which was accepted by President Emmanuel Macron, the Élysée Palace announced.
Appointed on September 9, Lecornu has immediately faced harsh criticism from the opposition and the right, especially after publishing part of the composition of his cabinet just a few days ago. He was expected to deliver his general political statement to the Assembly this Tuesday, but decided to withdraw before this key moment.
According to reports from "Le Figaro", Lecornu has been at the head of the government for only 27 days, thus making history as the shortest-serving prime minister France has ever had.
His resignation is expected to open a new phase of political tension in Paris, as Macron must name his successor at a sensitive period for the French government.
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