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Epstein files reveal Steve Bannon sought Epstein’s help to fund and boost European far-right parties, including Salvini’s League and Marine Le Pen, during 2018–2019 travels; no direct evidence of Epstein financing is shown, but the messages raise questions about external influence on European politics and responses from Salvini and Le Pen deny involvement.
Marine Le Pen’s push to overturn a five-year electoral ban blocking her from the 2027 presidency appears waning, with prosecutors recommending the ban be upheld but not applied immediately and Le Pen signaling resignation while hinting she could yield to protégé Jordan Bardella; a verdict is expected before summer, leaving the legal path to rerun uncertain and shaping the National Rally’s strategy for the Elysée race.
French prosecutors urged the court to confirm a five-year electoral ban on Marine Le Pen tied to last year’s embezzlement conviction, a move that would likely bar her from the 2027 presidential race; they also sought four years in prison (one year custodial) but did not demand immediate ban, leaving open an appeal to the Cour de Cassation with a ruling anticipated before the 2027 vote. Le Pen could be replaced by Jordan Bardella, who has surged in polling in her absence.
French prosecutors asked an appeals court in Paris to ban Marine Le Pen from holding elected office for five years over alleged misuse of European Parliament funds to pay party staff, plus a one-year house arrest with an electronic bracelet and a 100,000-euro fine. Le Pen acknowledged some workers were paid as EU aides, calling it a mistake; the verdict could shape her 2027 presidential bid, with outcomes from acquittal to harsher punishment, potentially elevating Jordan Bardella if she is ineligible.
Marine Le Pen opened a fresh appeal trial over the embezzlement of European Parliament funds, a case that will determine whether she can run in the 2027 presidential election. After a 2024 conviction that included a five-year ban and a four-year prison sentence (two suspended) plus a €100,000 fine for siphoning about €4.8 million to pay French party workers, a verdict is due by summer; the outcome could keep her off the ballot or clear a path for Jordan Bardella if she is barred. The five-year ban began in March 2025, and a reduced one- or two-year ban on appeal could end by March 2027, potentially permitting a 2027 run.
Marine Le Pen began an appeal to overturn a 2025 embezzlement conviction that bans her from elected office for five years, a ruling that could determine whether she can run in the next French presidential election. If the ban is lifted, she remains the frontrunner for the far-right; if upheld, her protégé Jordan Bardella is poised to carry the banner for the National Rally.
France's government has collapsed after Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigned less than a month into his term, leading to calls from far-right leader Marine Le Pen for new parliamentary elections amid ongoing political instability, economic challenges, and public protests.
Marine Le Pen criticized President Macron and his government amid critical budget talks, positioning her party as the main alternative and signaling her willingness to challenge the political establishment, while also rallying support and dismissing potential alliances with other parties.
Marine Le Pen, leader of France's far-right National Rally, is actively working to topple Prime Minister François Bayrou's government and push for new elections, despite her legal ban from running for office, aiming to increase her influence and potentially run in future presidential elections.
French police raided offices of Marine Le Pen's far-right political party, Rassemblement National, as part of an investigation, highlighting ongoing legal scrutiny of the party.
French officials oppose Marine Le Pen's proposal for widespread air conditioning, citing environmental concerns and the fact that AC can worsen heat waves by releasing heat into the streets. While household AC use is increasing, authorities prefer non-emission solutions like planting trees. Recent record-breaking temperatures highlight the urgency of addressing heat waves.
Poland's Donald Tusk has halted discussions on a potential peacekeeping force in Ukraine, while in France, far-right leader Marine Le Pen faces a strategic decision on whether to disrupt the political landscape or cooperate, with an eye on the 2027 presidential election. Meanwhile, France and Poland are set to discuss the deployment of foreign troops to Ukraine post-conflict, and French Socialist leaders are reaching out to President Macron as they navigate the formation of a new government following the ousting of Prime Minister Barnier.
French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to appoint a new prime minister soon, amid challenges in expanding his political support base. Macron is reportedly working on a 'no-censure pact' to ensure government stability, as he struggles to form a broader coalition beyond the current center and center-right parties. Potential candidates for the prime minister position include François Bayrou and Bernard Cazeneuve. Meanwhile, Marine Le Pen's popularity is rising, with her party, the Rassemblement National, positioning itself as the main opposition. Macron's decision may be announced after his trip to Poland.
Marine Le Pen faces a pivotal moment as she pushes for a no-confidence vote against French Prime Minister Michel Barnier, potentially bringing down Emmanuel Macron's government. This move could elevate her far-right National Rally party to power, but it carries significant risks, including economic instability and questions about her motivations. Le Pen's actions are seen as a strategic gamble to weaken Macron and position herself for a future presidential run, amid ongoing legal challenges that could impact her political career.
France is facing a political crisis as Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally party pushes for a no-confidence vote against Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government, which could lead to its collapse. Le Pen's ultimate goal appears to be forcing President Emmanuel Macron to resign, capitalizing on the turmoil to strengthen her position. Despite concessions from Barnier, Le Pen's demands have been inconsistent, and her actions have intensified calls for Macron's resignation, especially among National Rally supporters and some left-wing lawmakers.