Marine Le Pen’s future to be decided as embezzlement verdict arrives

Source: The Guardian | Published: March 30, 2025, 11:03 a.m.

Far-right leader could be barred from standing for presidency if she is convicted over alleged fake jobs scam

The future of the far-right leader Marine Le Pen – and France’s political landscape – will be decided on Monday when a court hands down its verdict on charges she and party officials embezzled money from the European parliament.

If convicted, the three-time presidential candidate of the National Rally (RN) could be barred from standing against Emmanuel Macron in the 2027 presidential election.

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Marine Le Pen’s future to be decided as embezzlement verdict arrives

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