Macron Delays New Government Formation Until Post-Olympics
French President rejects leftist candidate for prime minister, citing need for stability during Paris Games.
- Macron insists the current caretaker government will remain until mid-August to avoid disruption.
- The New Popular Front coalition proposed Lucie Castets, an economist with no party background, for prime minister.
- Macron emphasizes the need for a parliamentary majority to support any new government appointments.
- France faces a political deadlock with no party holding a majority in the National Assembly.
- The Paris Olympics are set to commence, presenting significant logistical and security challenges.