Behind the scenes of questions to the government: “I was scared to death”

Their moment of truth lasts 2 minutes. Every Tuesday afternoon, around 3 p.m., the deputies join the Chamber for the traditional session of current affairs questions to the government (QAG). International, domestic politics, local issues… Alternately, a few majority and opposition parliamentarians, appointed by their group the same morning or the day before, can challenge the ministers on any subject. Broadcast live on the Parliamentary Channel, this codified and very theatrical sequence acts as a talent scout. The questions are also calibrated to be taken up on social networks.