Macron Consults Leaders for New Prime Minister

French President Emmanuel Macron is on the verge of appointing a new Prime Minister, with former Socialist leader Bernard Cazeneuve emerging as a strong candidate. Macron's consultations with Cazeneuve and other former leaders come during a political crisis following the loss of the European elections to Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally. The left-leaning New Popular Front, though the largest group in the National Assembly, lacks an absolute majority, complicating the appointment process for Macron, who has rejected their candidate, Lucie Castets. Cazeneuve's potential appointment is seen as a move to stabilize the government, as he is viewed as a centrist figure who may avoid immediate no-confidence motions. However, there are concerns from left-wing factions regarding his alignment with the broader left. Meanwhile, Macron is also seeking support from the right to form a coalition government in response to the political landscape.