French PM Lecornu Urges End to Political Chaos | Calls for Unity Amid Budget Crisis — October 11, 2025

French Prime Minister Urges End to “Ridiculous Political Show” — Calls for Unity Amid Crisis

Paris, October 11, 2025 — France’s Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has strongly criticized the ongoing political chaos, urging all parties to “end this ridiculous spectacle” and work together for the nation’s stability. Lecornu warned that continued division could worsen France’s economic and social challenges, with the national budget deadline fast approaching.

Reappointed by President Emmanuel Macron just days after tendering his resignation, Lecornu said France needs responsible leadership more than ever. “Politics has turned into a farce,” he declared during a press briefing. “We must pass the budget — either we unite for France, or we fail as a nation.”

The French economy is currently under immense strain, with a projected 5.4% deficit this year. Lecornu aims to reduce it to between 4.7% and 5%, emphasizing transparency, reform, and national interest as his government’s pillars.

However, the opposition parties — including the left-wing alliance, far-right National Rally, and Socialist bloc — have rejected Lecornu’s appeal, vowing to file a motion of no confidence against the government. Political analysts believe a united opposition could destabilize Macron’s administration, potentially triggering another governmental shake-up.

Lecornu, adopting a conciliatory tone, offered to open dialogue with all sides, particularly on the pension reform plan, one of France’s most contentious political issues. “Every debate is possible,” he said, “but it must be grounded in realism.”

President Macron has granted Lecornu full authority to reshape the cabinet and negotiate directly with rival parties. Nonetheless, opposition leaders criticized this move as “limited participation” and “a personal decision,” accusing the government of ignoring the broader democratic process.

The Prime Minister now faces a tough deadline: presenting a new budget by October 13, 2025, which will define France’s fiscal roadmap, welfare spending, and pension allocations. Additionally, Lecornu is expected to announce his new cabinet lineup within days — a decision closely watched by both domestic and international observers.

France has witnessed three different prime ministers within a year — Élisabeth Borne, Gabriel Attal, and now Sébastien Lecornu — reflecting the country’s deepening political instability.

Experts warn that the ongoing crisis not only undermines public trust but could also slow down the economic recovery that Paris has struggled to maintain since the European energy crisis.

In his closing remarks, Lecornu stressed that France needs stability, not division:

“The time for games is over. France deserves unity, discipline, and progress — not political theatre.”

As the nation awaits the next budget announcement, the question remains — will France’s leaders heed this call for unity, or will the “political show” continue to play out on the national stage?