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Far-right leader Marine Le Pen banned from 2027 presidential race

Far-right leader Marine Le Pen banned from 2027 presidential race
France’s far-right leader Marine Le Pen has been convicted of embezzling public funds, resulting in a five-year ban from running for office. Eight others were also found guilty in the case. Le Pen’s ally, Jordan Bardella, has condemned the ruling, calling it an “execution of democracy.” This verdict marks a major political setback ahead of upcoming elections.