Sebastien Lecornu Returns as Prime Minister Amid Crisis


Sebastien Lecornu Returns as Prime Minister Amid Crisis

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Sebastien Lecornu Returns as Prime Minister Amid Crisis

The Prime Minister of France spoke on Saturday. He said there were not many people for his job. He might not stay long because of political problems.

Sebastien Lecornu wants calm and support from parties. France needs a budget soon for its economy. His job is seen as a last chance for Macron's term.

Macron's party does not have many votes in the Assembly. He is facing criticism from people in his party. Rivals do not like Macron's choice of Lecornu.

Lecornu said he came back to find money for France. He will only stay if things are good. He knows he might lose a vote in the parliament.

France has had many governments fall apart quickly. This has caused political problems and worries. France is facing debt and more people are poor.


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Who spoke on Saturday?

The Prime Minister of France spoke on Saturday.

What does Sebastien Lecornu want from the parties?

Sebastien Lecornu wants calm and support from parties.

Why is Lecornu's job seen as a last chance?

His job is seen as a last chance for Macron's term.


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Sebastien Lecornu Returns as Prime Minister Amid Crisis