Legal Fallout for Le Pen

This chapter explores the legal challenges facing French far-right leader Marine Le Pen after her conviction for embezzlement involving European Parliament funds. It examines the ramifications of a five-year ban from public office and its potential impact on her political ambitions for the 2027 presidential elections. The discussion also reflects on various political reactions domestically and internationally, revealing the multifaceted implications of the court ruling on France's political landscape.