About
Bernard Guy Georges Cazeneuve is a French politician and lawyer who briefly served as Prime Minister of France from 2016 to 2017. A member of the Socialist Party for most of his career, he also represented Manche in the National Assembly for several terms. He held various ministerial positions before becoming Prime Minister, including Minister of the Interior.
Career Timeline
Elected to National Assembly
Marked his entry into national politics in France.
Minister of the Interior
Appointed to a key security role.
Prime Minister of France
Served as Prime Minister for a short term.
Leaves Prime Minister Office
Stepped down as Prime Minister after the election.
Leaves Socialist Party
Made a switch in his political party alignment.
Political and Legal Figure
Cazeneuve continues to be involved in French political and legal spheres.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026