Élisabeth Borne was only the second woman to serve as head of the French government. Mainly three names of the president’s loyalists are being considered as successors. Macron wants to announce who it will be this Tuesday.
A resignation for a new start. French Prime Minister Élisabeth Borne, 62 years old, has resigned after just over a year and a half in office and after a meeting with President Emmanuel Macron. In a tweet, Macron thanked her for her exemplary service to the nation, which she demonstrated every day with the determination of a “stateswoman”. “With all my heart: merci.”