While Emmanuel Macron accepted the resignations of Gabriel Attal and all the ministers on Tuesday, Marine Le Pen painted a picture of BFMTV-RMC on Wednesday, July 17th, of a France “in the middle of a quagmire.” The leader of the National Rally believes that the country, “which is not governed”, is moving towards a technical government, which would be “a Macron government.” Follow our live stream.
The anger of Marine Tondelier. “I am angry, I am disgusted, I am fed up. I am tired (…) And I am sorry for the spectacle we are giving to the French people” deplored the national secretary of Ecologists-EELV, Marine Tondelier, on Wednesday in the “4 vérités” of France 2. “If we wait for the purity of the solution that is ideal for everyone, we will not find it” she judged.
Government resigns, management of “current affairs” assured. President Emmanuel Macron accepted on Tuesday the resignations of Gabriel Attal and all the ministers, who are now responsible for “the handling of current affairs until the appointment of a new government,” announced the Elysée.
Towards “an action pact”? Gabriel Attal, also leader of the Macronist deputies, affirmed on Tuesday on TF1 that he would propose “meetings” with other political groups to “move forward towards [un] action pact” with a view to forming a new government. But he assured that he would not “be” the next Prime Minister.
The NFP has “agreed” on the principle of a single candidate for the presidency of the Assembly. Within the New Popular Front coalition, “We agree on a single candidacy for the presidency of the Assembly” “ assured the number one of the PS Olivier Faure on Tuesday. “I will not give a name at this stage, but we will have one name,” he added during a press briefing.
Gérald Darmanin calls for introspection. In an interview with Figaro on Tuesday, the resigning Minister of the Interior also claims that he “does not wish to chair the party.” “We need to take a breath and step back a bit“, he told the right-wing daily. When he officially leaves Place Beauvau, he declares that he wants “to see what’s wrong”, “to reflect on” the “errors” of the macronists and “thinking of a new project”.
The French Political Landscape in Turmoil: A Look at the Resignations and the Road Ahead
The French political landscape has been thrown into turmoil following the resignation of Prime Minister Élisabeth Borne and her entire government. This unprecedented move, accepted by President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday, has left the country in a state of uncertainty, with many questioning the future direction of French politics.
Reactions to the Resignations
The resignations have sparked a wave of reactions from various political figures, painting a vivid picture of the current political climate.
Marine Le Pen: France in a “Quagmire”
Marine Le Pen, leader of the National Rally, views the situation as a sign of a deeper crisis. She believes that France is “in the middle of a quagmire” and that the country is moving towards a technical government, which she considers “a Macron government”.
Marine Tondelier: Disgust and Frustration
Marine Tondelier, the national secretary of Ecologists-EELV, expressed her anger and frustration, stating, “I am angry, I am disgusted, I am fed up. I am tired (…) And I am sorry for the spectacle we are giving to the French people”. Tondelier believes that waiting for a perfectly ideal solution will only lead to paralysis, urging for decisive action.
Gérald Darmanin: Calls for Introspection
Gérald Darmanin, the resigning Minister of the Interior, has called for introspection and reflection within the Macronist party. He believes that the party needs to “see what’s wrong” and address its mistakes. He also stated that he does not wish to chair the party, suggesting his commitment to a period of critical self-examination.
The Path Forward: Towards an “Action Pact”?
The resignations have opened a door for new political alliances and a potential shift in the power dynamics in France. Gabriel Attal, the former Minister of Education and leader of the Macronist deputies, has proposed a “meetings” with other political groups to explore the possibility of forming an “action pact” for the purpose of forming a new government. However, he has stressed that he is not in the running to become the next Prime Minister, indicating a willingness to facilitate a more inclusive and collaborative approach.
The New Popular Front: Unity Amidst Uncertainty
The New Popular Front coalition (NFP), comprised of the Socialist Party (PS) and other left-leaning groups, has committed to presenting a unified candidate for the presidency of the National Assembly. This decision reflects the NFP’s intention to present a united front despite the ongoing political uncertainty. While Olivier Faure, the leader of the PS, has not disclosed the identity of the chosen candidate, his statement assures a coordinated approach amidst a turbulent political landscape.
A Time for Reflection and Reassessment
The current political crisis in France serves as a pivotal moment for reflection and reassessment. The resignations have opened up a space for critical examination of the current state of French politics. Whether it leads to a new era of political cooperation or further fragmentation remains to be seen. The upcoming decisions and negotiations will shape the political direction of the country and determine how France moves forward in the face of these challenges.
