The Intelligence from The Economist Right down: Le Pen barred
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Apr 1, 2025 
Marine Le Pen, the charismatic leader of the National Rally party, discusses a recent court ruling that bars her from the 2027 presidential race and its repercussions for French politics. She delves into her immigration policies and how this setback may shift voter sentiment. Additionally, Anne Rowe reflects on the life of Oleg Gordievsky, the KGB officer turned British spy, highlighting his disillusionment with the Soviet regime. The podcast also tackles rising rents in affluent countries, driven by economic changes and migration trends, affecting younger generations.
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Le Pen's Reaction
- Marine Le Pen, visibly angry, left the courtroom before her sentence was read.
- She muttered "unbelievable" and departed quickly.
National Rally's Dilemma
- The National Rally lacks a clear plan B following Le Pen's ban.
- Her deputy, Jordan Bardella, is popular but considered too inexperienced to run for president.
Open Election
- Le Pen's ban opens the 2027 presidential race.
- This could deter newer voters drawn to the National Rally's respectability under Le Pen.