French far right rallies supporters over Le Pen conviction
Briefly

Marine Le Pen, the far-right leader in France, has been convicted of embezzlement and is banned from holding public office, a move that may bar her from the 2027 presidential election. This judgment has led her party, the National Rally, to organize a rally in support of her in Paris, where they accuse the ruling of being politically motivated. Polls indicate that Le Pen would likely dominate any preliminary presidential vote, illustrating her continuing influence. The situation has created tension, with opposing parties planning counter-protests and various political figures commenting on the implications of the ruling.
Marine Le Pen's conviction for embezzlement and subsequent ban from public office has stunned France, igniting protests and counter-rallies from both the far-right and left.
Despite facing conviction, polls show Le Pen as a strong contender for the 2027 presidential elections, with support from her National Rally party rallying around her.
Read at The Local France
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