French prime minister resigns after political tensions over immigration

French prime minister resigns after political tensions over immigration
French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne has resigned (Norma Burke/PA)

French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday accepted the resignation of Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne, the president’s office said.

Ms Borne’s resignation follows recent political tensions over contentious immigration legislation, backed by Mr Macron, to strengthen the government’s ability to deport some foreigners, among other measures.

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