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French political scientist Jean-Yves Camus explains how Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella have transformed the Rassemblement National into a mainstream party, making it a viable contender for the presidency, despite its far-right label.
All individuals convicted in the appeal trial of the Rassemblement National (RN), including Marine Le Pen, have filed an appeal against the verdict that found them guilty of misusing public funds from the European Parliament between 2004 and 2016.
Laurent Jacobelli, a spokesperson for France's Rassemblement National (RN), stated 'Why not' when asked about the possibility of a national unity government with Arnaud Montebourg, following RN President Jordan Bardella's call for broader political cooperation.
Many professionals in the French cultural sector are grappling with the decision of whether to participate in events held in towns governed by the far-right Rassemblement National, which is actively pursuing a cultural offensive.
The European Public Prosecutor's Office is investigating alleged misuse of funds by Marine Le Pen's Rassemblement National (RN) party, with searches conducted in the party's entourage just days before her appeal judgment.
Multiple raids have been conducted as part of an investigation into alleged far-right embezzlement at the European Parliament, based on a report claiming that far-right members 'unduly spent' €4.33 million, with key contractors for France's Rassemblement National party being targeted.
Disagreements between Jordan Bardella and Marine Le Pen on pensions highlight that economic issues remain secondary within the far-right Rassemblement National, whose core platform continues to be the fight against immigration.
The Rassemblement National (RN) party has dismissed reported divergences between Jordan Bardella and Marine Le Pen regarding the potential resignation of Gérald Darmanin as an "artificial" controversy. A party deputy stated that the public is not interested in who wants Darmanin to resign.
Approximately 600 people gathered in Carcassonne, France, for an anti-Rassemblement National (RN) protest, organized by over 25 organizations, to denounce what they perceive as a 'democracy on borrowed time'.
The Rassemblement National, France's far-right party, has a history of criticism and racist outbursts towards the national football team, failing to secure allies within the sport despite its prominence.
Germany's AfD party is upset with Rassemblement National leader Jordan Bardella after he distanced himself from the AfD, with Alice Weidel dismissing it as opportunism amidst an internal party debate.
Gabriel Attal is expected to announce his presidential candidacy this week, with speculation focusing on his potential to emerge as the centrist candidate against the Rassemblement National and the role Édouard Philipp might play.
EU prosecutors are reportedly investigating Jordan Bardella, leader of France's far-right Rassemblement National, over allegations of wrongly using funds to pay for media training.
During a debate organized by the daily newspaper L'Humanité, the Green Party MP for Paris regretted having left the notion of "pride" to the Rassemblement national.
Gabriel Tomatis, a 26-year-old former amateur football referee, has become the new Rassemblement National (RN) deputy in Menton, Alpes-Maritimes, replacing Alexandra Masson.
Marion Maréchal, niece of Marine Le Pen, is reportedly seeking to form a broad right-wing alliance for the 2027 French presidential election and will support the Rassemblement National's campaign.
An investigation reveals the National Rally's (RN) increasing influence in western France, particularly in La Flèche, a sub-prefecture in Sarthe. The party is seen as embodying an alternative to the left, partly due to its candidate, Romain Lemoigne.
A Le Monde survey indicates a deep desire for change among French voters and a favorable perception of the far-right Rassemblement National, one year ahead of the presidential election.
France's Rassemblement National (RN) has filed an appeal with the administrative court to contest the victory of Benoît Payan in the Marseille municipal elections, citing alleged 'irregular practices'.
The Rassemblement National (RN) party, led by Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella, has significantly increased its presence in municipal councils, now holding elected officials in 84 departments, a first for the party.
The far-right Rassemblement National made unprecedented gains in the second round of French municipal elections, consolidating strongholds despite defeats in key cities like Marseille, Toulon, and Nîmes.
The French Municipal Elections saw Socialists secure key victories, retaining Paris, Lyon, and Marseille after the second round of voting, despite left-wing infighting, while the far-right Rassemblement National experienced defeats in major cities but made gains in mid-sized towns.
The National Rally (RN) and its allies secured victories in 16 localities during the second round of French municipal elections, marking a significant breakthrough for the party.
Marine Le Pen's Rassemblement National party did not confirm significant local gains in mid-sized French cities, with most of their advances since 2014 concentrated in the north and along the Mediterranean coast.
An analysis by Jean-Daniel Lévy of Harris Interactive suggests that the emergence of La France insoumise (LFI) is restructuring the right-wing electorate, leading traditional right-wing voters to increasingly view the Rassemblement National (RN) as an objective ally.
In Reims and Draguignan, the Rassemblement National (RN) has allied with dissident Les Républicains (LR) candidates against the incumbent mayors, potentially leading to a tight second round in Var.
A new study reveals that French employees who vote for the far-right Rassemblement National often feel isolated and distrustful of colleagues, suggesting that workplace frustration fuels their political choices.
The Rassemblement National (RN) is experiencing a significant disparity in its municipal election performance, showing strong momentum in Marseille where Franck Allisio could challenge the incumbent mayor, but failing to establish its candidate Thierry Mariani in Paris.
The Rassemblement National has presented 55 lists in Gironde for the upcoming municipal elections, a record number, hoping to significantly increase its municipal councilors.
France's National Rally party is implementing a strategy focused on localism and protectionism to progressively win over the traditionally right-leaning farmer electorate.
French political scientist Jean-Yves Camus explains how Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella have made the Rassemblement National a mainstream party, no longer just a protest movement. He discusses why their victory in the 2027 presidential election is increasingly plausible, regardless of how voters perceive its 'far-right' label.
France's Rassemblement National (RN) party has reported a malicious hacking attempt that targeted the account of a single municipal election candidate. The party stated that there was no massive exposure of personal data.
Jordan Bardella, the crown prince of Rassemblement National, has gained immense popularity, especially among younger voters, through an effective social media strategy tailored for platforms like TikTok.
Marine Le Pen appears demonstratively calm before the appeal verdict. At the same time, the Rassemblement National is preparing for all scenarios.
France's Rassemblement National (RN) party is under judicial scrutiny for allegedly using European Parliament funds to enrich far-right allies, including a figure convicted of violence.
The European Public Prosecutor's Office is conducting investigations in France and other European countries into the alleged misuse of European funds by the Identité et démocratie (ID) group of MEPs, which included France's Rassemblement national.
Marine Le Pen, leader of the Rassemblement national, stated her support for offering French citizens the means to build a complementary pension through voluntary capitalization.
Nearly 50 collectives are mobilizing against the visit of Rassemblement National president Jordan Bardella to the Flemish parliament in Brussels, invited by Vlaams Belang, stating that there can be no normalization or accommodation with the far-right.
Guillaume Tabard comments that it is the first time the Rassemblement National (RN) approaches a presidential election as a favorite, but this dual status as election favorite and public 'darling' requires vigilance.
Jordan Bardella, president of the Rassemblement National, announced he is filing a complaint against a rapper for "death threats" after a music video depicted his assault, along with Marine Le Pen and Éric Zemmour.
Since Marine Le Pen took control in 2011, the far-right Rassemblement National has struggled to articulate a clear economic platform, leading to questions about its political identity and future plans.
The leader of France's Rassemblement National, Jordan Bardella, is attempting to project a serious image in foreign policy and is reportedly courting the German Chancellor, despite the party's differing European policy stance.
The European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO) has launched an investigation into France's far-right National Rally party and its leader, Jordan Bardella, over suspected fraud related to the misuse of European Parliament funds for media training.
Franck Pralong, a former lead candidate for the Rassemblement national (RN) in Vernon's municipal elections, has been sentenced to a suspended prison term and three years of ineligibility for using false documents during his campaign.
An opinion piece discusses the potential liberal turn of Jordan Bardella and Marine Le Pen's Rassemblement National (RN) party, suggesting it might be more compatible with their popular base a year before the presidential election.
The Rassemblement National (RN) has discreetly secured the presidencies of several intercommunalities in France, including in the Perpignan and Nice metropolitan areas, signaling further local implantation and normalization for the party.
Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella are intensifying meetings with employers as the Rassemblement National party undertakes a strategic effort to forge connections with the business community, despite internal disagreements on the approach.
Tisza party leader Péter Magyar defeated Viktor Orbán in Hungary's parliamentary election, ending the prime minister's 16-year rule. International leaders celebrated the result while the Kremlin signaled hopes for continued pragmatic ties with Budapest.
The Rassemblement National (RN) list and independent candidate Julie Costa are seeking the annulment of municipal elections in Pauillac, near Bordeaux, alleging irregularities from the first round.
In Gironde, France, the Rassemblement National (RN) has significantly increased its representation in municipal elections, now holding 182 municipal elected positions, a twelve-fold increase from its previous 15.
Marine Le Pen's right-wing populist party, Rassemblement National (RN), experienced a setback in French municipal elections, with left-wing populists also suffering losses.
DÉCRYPTAGE - La candidate du RN a été battue par la maire sortante divers droite Josée Massi, qui avait pris la succession d’Hubert Falco.
The far-right Rassemblement National party, led by Marine Le Pen, is attempting to win Marseille in the second round of France's municipal elections. This outcome could have significant consequences for the city and potentially the country.
Marine Le Pen is campaigning in Pas-de-Calais to consolidate gains for the Rassemblement National (RN) ahead of the 2026 municipal elections, promoting her 'neither right, nor left' political stance.
A political analysis discusses the Rassemblement National's position within the French political landscape, asserting that it now operates within the 'republican arc' and does not reject democracy, unlike other far-right movements.
The first round of French municipal elections on March 15 saw significant gains for both far-right and left-wing parties, providing an early test for political machines ahead of next year’s presidential race. French papers are analyzing these results, which show a consolidation of the far-right's territorial presence, though the National Rally notably failed to gain ground in major cities outside the South.
While the Rassemblement National is fielding candidates in 34 municipalities with over 100,000 residents, its highest hopes lie with Perpignan – already under the party's control – Toulon and Nice.
Marseille, France's second-largest city, is experiencing a political duel between the left and the Rassemblement National in its municipal elections, reflecting the city's stark contrasts of cosmopolitanism, poverty, and drug violence.
Radical leftist leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon has polarized the public debate but still hopes to champion a front to block the far-right Rassemblement National in the 2027 presidential election.
Former French Justice Minister Éric Dupond-Moretti commented on the lynching death of Quentin Deranque, criticizing both La France insoumise and Rassemblement national.
According to recent polls, no single candidate appears capable of defeating Marine Le Pen of the Rassemblement National in France, leading to a search for a unified opposition.
The leader of the Macronist party, Gabriel Attal, has accused Marine Le Pen's Rassemblement National of 'contraffazione' (misappropriation) for using the name 'Renaissance' in an electoral manifesto.
Laurent Jacobelli, spokesperson for the Rassemblement National (RN), mocked the supporters present at Edouard Philippe's first major rally in Paris, likening them to 'the Addams Family' and taking aim at a potential rival for 2027.
Le duo de tête du Rassemblement national était à Liévin pour un banquet, alors que la candidature de Marine Le Pen à la présidentielle est toujours dans les mains de la justice.
Raids have been conducted in several countries as part of an investigation into the misuse of EU funds by political parties, with Europarliamentarian Jordan Bardella of France's far-right Rassemblement National confirming contacts.
The nationalist party, historically opposed to the autonomy of Corsica, has evolved its doctrine under the influence of the Mossa Palatina identity movement.
Ahead of the 2027 French presidential election, figures from the far-right Rassemblement National party have expressed admiration for the organizational structure of the radical left La France Insoumise.
An interview with Rassemblement National MEP Fabrice Leggeri reveals his party's stance on maintaining ties with Europe while asserting national sovereignty on migration issues, despite questions about the term 'remigration'.
Jordan Bardella and Marine Le Pen, prominent leaders of France's far-right Rassemblement National party, have shown differing views on pension reform, with Bardella advocating for the abolition of the fixed legal retirement age.
An analysis explores youth voting patterns for the 2027 French presidential election, noting how the Rassemblement National and La France insoumise have successfully engaged young voters compared to traditional parties.
As the Rassemblement National party deliberates on its 2027 presidential candidate between Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella, distinct economic policy variations are becoming apparent, with the presidential program still under construction.
Jordan Bardella, the rising star of France's far-right Rassemblement National, was interviewed about his prospects of becoming the next French president and how his leadership might impact France and the EU.
Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella of the Rassemblement National held a public meeting in Mâcon, advocating for a "renaissance of France" in what felt like a launch for their presidential campaign.
Dans un entretien au JDD consacré à l’économie, le président du Rassemblement national estime que sa doctrine en la matière peut se résumer en trois points : «la liberté d’entreprendre, la…
The growing closeness between the French business sector and the far right makes it even less likely that labor unions and employers' organizations can foster a culture of compromise, writes Le Monde…
The president of French insurance group Maif, Yves Pellicier, has refused to have lunch with Jordan Bardella, leader of the far-right Rassemblement national party. Pellicier cited a 'major political risk' if the party were to come to power next year.
Jordan Bardella is attempting to leverage his personal connections for political gain ahead of the 2027 French presidential election, with speculation on whether a princess could help mitigate reservations against the Rassemblement National.
Jordan Bardella, a prominent figure in France's Rassemblement National, has officially confirmed his relationship with Maria Carolina di Borbone, with their first images together published by 'Paris Match'.
In an exclusive interview with Le Figaro, Jordan Bardella, president of the Rassemblement National, assessed the municipal elections and criticized the 'unheard-of disconnection' between Les Républicains' leadership and right-wing voters.
The recent municipal elections in France have brought to light significant political divisions, with discussions revolving around issues such as the Palestinian cause, the 'gauche-islamiste' alliance, and the 'Rassemblement National'.
Socialists secured key victories in major French cities, with Emmanuel Grégoire elected mayor of Paris, while Marine Le Pen’s National Rally saw mixed results. In Lyon, losing candidate Jean-Michel Aulas has filed an appeal, challenging the election results.
In the French municipal elections, the Socialists successfully held onto Paris and Marseille, with Emmanuel Grégoire elected as the new mayor of Paris, who stated the city would be the heart of resistance against the right-wing alliance. The Rassemblement National also made gains in several other cities.
Jordan Bardella, president of France's far-right Rassemblement National, is reportedly shifting the party to a softer right to attract more voters, while Marine Le Pen warns against potential internal 'nasty surprises'. This indicates internal strategic tensions within the party.
Éric Zemmour, leader of Reconquête!, and Jordan Bardella, president of Rassemblement national, engaged in a public dispute over election strategy, with Bardella accusing Zemmour's candidate of dividing right-wing votes in Paris.
Le président du Rassemblement national, Jordan Bardella, a déclaré mardi sur TF1 qu'il voterait "à titre personnel" pour la candidate LR et Modem, Rachida Dati, s'il était électeur à Paris, au…
Marine Le Pen feiert das Ergebnis als „riesigen Sieg“. Immerhin liegt die rechte Partei Rassemblement National (RN) in 58 Kommunen vorne. In Paris führt der Sozialist Grégoire.
A new poll indicates that a majority of French citizens are more favorable to forming an anti-LFI (La France Insoumise) front than an anti-RN (Rassemblement National) barrier in upcoming municipal elections. The study also anticipates a rebound in participation, with local issues outweighing national ones.
Natacha Bouchart, the current mayor of Calais, is campaigning for a fourth term in the municipal elections, facing a challenge from the Rassemblement National.
Rassemblement National mayor Louis Aliot is seeking re-election in Perpignan, as the French far right aims to solidify its political influence in the southwestern city.