Macron Appoints Eric Lombard as France's New Finance Minister Amid Political Shakeup
French President Emmanuel Macron has made a strategic move by appointing Eric Lombard, previously the head of the Caisse des Depots Group, as the nation's finance minister. This decision follows a cabinet reshuffle sparked by disputes over the 2025 budget, which ultimately led to the previous government's collapse. The reshuffle also sees the return of Francois Bayrou as Prime Minister, who now faces the challenge of navigating France through these turbulent political waters and swiftly passing the contentious budget.
Dec 26