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Growing calls for Emmanuel Macron to resign over crisis

French government survival uncertain as opposition demands Macron’s exit

French President Emmanuel Macron is facing a significant political crisis, with his authority diminishing and calls for his resignation following the recent collapse of his government.
Two of Macron's former prime ministers, Édouard Philippe and Gabriel Attal, have publicly distanced themselves from his leadership, with Attal expressing a lack of understanding regarding Macron's decisions.
Philippe suggested Macron should call early presidential elections and step down after the 2026 budget, despite Macron's stated intention to complete his term in 2027.
The crisis intensified with the abrupt resignation of Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, Macron's fourth PM since the dissolution of parliament, whose newly formed cabinet collapsed within 14 hours.
With record-low approval ratings, Macron's rivals are proposing options such as resignation, new elections, or 'cohabitation' with a prime minister from an opposing party, amidst widespread public disenchantment.