The political landscape in France is currently marked by uncertainty as President Emmanuel Macron continues to search for a new Prime Minister.

The delay in naming a successor to Gabriel Attal has led to speculation and criticism from various political factions.

Michel Barnier, a former EU negotiator, has emerged as a potential candidate, but his nomination faces strong opposition from the Rassemblement National (RN) and other political groups.

RN members have harshly criticized Barnier, labeling him as a political "fossil" and questioning his competence.

Meanwhile, Macron's consultations with different parties have not yielded a consensus, with some accusing him of pandering to the RN to avoid a government censure.

The situation remains fluid as Macron seeks a candidate who can navigate the complex political environment and present a budget by October 1st.