On the background of the former prime minister's observations, Les Républicains have identified major differences with their proposals. "With Eric Ciotti and Bruno Retailleau, we have visibly shaken the majority," immediately rejoices Olivier Marleix, leader of the LR deputies in the Assembly.

Others on the right are preparing behind the scenes a motion for a resolution on the renegotiation of the 1968 agreement with Algeria. "How will the parliamentarians of the Horizons group vote?" asks an elected LR greedily.