Francois Bayrou, a close ally of President Emmanuel Macron and leader of the Democratic Movement party, has been appointed as France’s new prime minister. This promotion comes after his acquittal in a long-term legal case. However, he faces significant political challenges, including opposition from the Socialist Party leader and hostility from former President Nicolas Sarkozy. Bayrou’s ability to successfully govern remains uncertain due to the unstable composition of the National Assembly and the history of short premierships in Macron’s government.