Decision Maker

Gérald Darmanin

Gérald Darmanin is a prominent French politician who has held several key positions in the French government. Born on October 11, 1982, in Valenciennes, Darmanin is a member of the right-wing party, The Republicans (LR), and he has been politically active since his youth. He has served as Minister of Public Action and Accounts between 2017 and 2020, and as of July 2020, he is serving as Minister of the Interior under Prime Minister Jean Castex. Known for his conservative views, Darmanin has often sparked controversy and debate with his outspoken and decisive approach to issues such as security and immigration.