The French government is anticipating a reshuffle, which could occur as early as the middle of next week. This follows reports that at least three ministers are set to depart: Rachida Dati, who is a candidate for the mayor of Paris; Amélie de Montchalin, who has been appointed to the Court of Accounts; and Charlotte Parmentier-Lecocq, who wishes to regain her parliamentary seat. The timing of this reshuffle is contingent upon a potential motion of censure from the National Rally, a significant political party in France.

Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu is awaiting the timeline for a potential motion of censure proposed by the National Rally regarding the country's recent energy policy roadmap. According to sources close to the government, the reshuffle will not take place until there is clarity on when this motion will be discussed in Parliament. The government is seeking to maintain respect for the parliamentary process, indicating that it will not change the government lineup before this potential vote.

This reshuffle comes at a time of political tension, as the National Rally seeks a trans-partisan approach to challenge the government's energy policies. The outcome of the motion could have significant implications for both the government's stability and its legislative agenda moving forward, especially in the context of ongoing debates about energy and environmental policy in France. The reshuffle reflects the dynamism in French politics as various factions maneuver for influence in the current political climate.