Gabriel Attal 34, became the youngest ever Prime Minister in France. He was made France’s Prime Minister by President Macron on January 9, 2024 as he fights far right election threats.
Gabriel Attal formerly held the position of France’s Education Minister.
He is the youngest and first openly gay person to hold this position in France’s history. He is also a member of the Renaissance party, which is aligned with President Emmanuel Macron’s vision.
After his appointment he looks to push policies such as;
Making security an “absolute priority” and promoting values of “authority and respect of others”. He is pushing for the better control of immigration and strengthening public service including schools and health systems.
He also wants to ban Abaya( long robes worn by Muslim women) in French public schools..
Gabriel Attal is leading a campaign against bullying and launching a plan to experiment with uniforms in some public schools.
