In a significant ruling on Monday, a French court declared Marine Le Pen, the leader of the National Rally, guilty of embezzling European Union funds. As a consequence, she is now banned from participating in any elections for the next five years, including the presidential race in France scheduled for 2027.
ADVERTISEMENTExplore the implications of this verdict on Marine Le Pen’s political aspirations. Join Radio Schuman as we discuss the aftermath of the court’s decision, which prevents her from seeking public office for five years, alongside Euronews journalist Greg Leroy.
Le Pen has rejected the ruling as politically driven, expressing her belief that millions of French citizens are enraged by the outcome. She has vowed to file an appeal, insisting that the legal proceedings should conclude before the 2027 campaign. Until her appeal is finalized, she is currently ineligible to run for office.
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