Emmanuel Macron Expected to Nominate Richard Ferrand for Top Constitutional Role
The former National Assembly president is anticipated to succeed Laurent Fabius as head of the Conseil Constitutionnel, pending formal announcement and legislative reviews.
- Richard Ferrand, a longtime ally of Emmanuel Macron, is the likely nominee to lead the Conseil Constitutionnel, replacing Laurent Fabius after his term ends on March 7, 2025.
- Macron's decision to nominate Ferrand aligns with a tradition of appointing politically close figures to the role, as seen with past presidents' choices like Jean-Louis Debré and Laurent Fabius.
- Critics, including opposition politicians and constitutional experts, have raised concerns about Ferrand's close ties to Macron and his damaged public image potentially undermining the institution's credibility.
- The formal announcement of Ferrand's nomination is expected on February 10, followed by reviews by the legislative law commissions on February 19, where a three-fifths veto from the Assembly and Senate could block his appointment.
- Ferrand's potential appointment is part of broader leadership changes in key French institutions, including upcoming replacements at the Caisse des Dépôts and the Élysée's secretary general position.
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