Macron Appoints François Bayrou as Prime Minister

French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed François Bayrou as the new prime minister, marking the fourth leadership change in a year due to ongoing political instability. This follows the collapse of Michel Barnier's government after just 91 days, a historic low, driven by Macron's unpopular austerity measures and a failed coalition with Marine Le Pen's National Rally. Macron's efforts to build a stable government face resistance from left-wing parties, which demand that the next prime minister come from their ranks after assembling the largest legislative bloc. Despite the challenges, Macron is focused on avoiding reliance on Le Pen's party and is attempting to form a centrist coalition to navigate the political crisis. As the Elysee Palace continues consultations, the economic impact of the turmoil is beginning to shake business confidence in France.