France Has A New Prime Minister In Planned Reshuffle

Philippe resigned as part of a government reshuffle after serving as Prime Minister since 2017. French officials stated that Philippe and President Mccarn agreed to shift the government's focus as France recovers from the coronavirus pandemic. Mccarn expressed his desire to take France in a new direction for the remainder of his term. It is common for French presidents to replace their prime ministers to change the administration's tone. Jean Castex was appointed as the new Prime Minister, tasked with forming a new government. Castex, a seasoned public servant, previously coordinated France's coronavirus reopening strategy.

Why did Philippe resign as Prime Minister?

• He had health issues.

• He wanted to retire.

• He was not performing well.

• It was part of a government reshuffle.

What was the mutual decision between Philippe and President Mccrone?

• To increase taxes.

• To shift the focus of the government.

• To reduce the number of ministers.

• To extend Philippe's term.

What is a common practice among French presidents regarding their prime ministers?

• To have them elected by the public.

• To appoint them from the opposition party.

• To keep them for the entire term.

• To replace them to change the administration's tone.

Who was appointed as the new Prime Minister after Philippe?

• Manuel Mccrone

• Francois Hollande

• Jean Castex

• Katie Cammarata

What role did Jean Castex play before becoming Prime Minister?

• He was a school teacher.

• He was a public servant coordinating the coronavirus reopening strategy.

• He was a financial advisor.

• He was a military general.