Gabriel Attal becomes France’s Youngest & First Gay Prime Minister

9 January 2024Neeraj Mishra

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Youngest-Ever Gay PM of France

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Gabriel Attal (34 years) is the Youngest & First Gay PM of France,
Élisabeth Borne former PM of France resigns from the post on Jan 08

Gabriel Attal has become France’s youngest-ever prime minister, making history as the country’s first openly gay individual to hold the position. The appointment was officially disclosed by French President Emmanuel Macron’s office in a statement released on 9th January 2024.

Gabriel Attal succeeds Elisabeth Borne

Following recent political turmoil over an immigration law, Gabriel has taken over from Elisabeth Borne, who resigned on 08th January. The new immigration law grants increased authority to the French government for the deportation of foreigners.

Elisabeth Borne served in office for less than two years and resigned in anticipation of a widely expected cabinet reshuffle.

Gabriel Attal will be the first openly gay PM

In recent opinion polls, one of the country’s most popular politicians, Gabriel Attal, has carved out his identity as a discerning minister working with ease in both radio shows and parliament.

He will be the youngest prime minister in France and the first openly gay individual to hold the position.

About Gabriel Attal

Gabriel Attal, aged 34, has risen to prominence as a key figure in French politics, having served as the government’s spokesperson and education minister.

Initially associated with the Socialist Party, Attal transitioned to Emmanuel Macron’s newly formed political movement in 2016.
He held the position of government spokesperson from 2020 to 2022, actively engaging with the media and becoming a familiar face to the French public.

Attal’s political journey includes roles as the budget minister and education minister within the Macron administration.