Interior Ministry
Retailleau toughens naturalization exam before leaving interior ministry
On the eve of leaving the Interior Ministry, Bruno Retailleau signed an order strengthening the exam foreigners must take to obtain French citizenship. Starting in 2026, a multiple-choice questionnaire will cover diverse topics like republican values and French culture, requiring an 80% success rate. The required French level also rises from B1 to B2.
Laurent Nuñez claims a stylistic break with Bruno Retailleau
New Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez stated on October 19 a break in style with his predecessor Bruno Retailleau, while ensuring continuity on substance. On the show 'Questions politiques,' he pledged to avoid hurtful words and favor integration over assimilation. He vows to be uncompromising toward breaches of republican values.