The UDI party announced it has resumed its full freedom of action on October 5th, 2025, in response to Prime Minister Élisabeth Borne's government appointments, stating the composition does not align with public expectations or concerns. The announcement was made via the party's official X account at approximately 9:30 PM UTC. The UDI's statement, released on October 5th, 2025, indicated that the "real break has arrived: it is that of the composition of the 'new' government with regard to the expectations and concerns of the French." This suggests a divergence between the government's presented direction and the UDI's perceived mandate for change. This development follows earlier reports that Bruno Retailleau, Minister of the Interior, was considering his resignation if the Republican party (LR) collectively decided to do so. Retailleau had expressed dissatisfaction with the government's composition on Saturday evening, stating it did not reflect a promised "rupture," and had convened the Republican party's strategic committee for Sunday morning to discuss the situation. The UDI's declaration of resumed freedom implies a potential shift in the governmental coalition's stability.
