French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed Gabriel Attal as the country’s new prime minister, making him the youngest and first openly gay official to hold the position.

The 34-year-old education minister was named to the post today, Tuesday, January 9, 2024, and is one of the country’s most popular politicians, according to recent opinion polls.

‘’I know I can count on your energy and your commitment,” Macron posted on the social medial platform X in a message to Attal.

Attal replaces outgoing Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne resigned yesterday, Monday, amid a cabinet reshuffle as Macron hopes to give new momentum to the final three years of his presidency.