About
Jean Castex is a French politician who served as Prime Minister of France from 2020 to 2022. Prior to his appointment as Prime Minister by President Emmanuel Macron, he was the mayor of the small town of Prades for twelve years. Castex is a member of The Republicans (LR) party. After leaving public office as Prime Minister, he was named president of the state-owned RATP (Autonomous Operator of Parisian Transports) and later president of SNCF (French National Railway Company).
Career Timeline
Mayor of Prades
Elected Mayor of Prades, a small town in France. This marked a significant step in his political career.
Appointed Prime Minister
Appointed Prime Minister of France by President Macron, tasked with managing the COVID-19 crisis.
Resigns as Prime Minister
Resigned as Prime Minister following the presidential election after handling of COVID-19.
RATP President Appointment
Appointed as president of RATP after leaving role as Prime Minister.
President of SNCF
Appointed President of SNCF after serving a short time at RATP.
Continued Leadership Role
Continues in leading role at SNCF, solidifying his position in French infrastructure and maintaining a respectable net worth.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026