Poll Predicts Bardella as Dominant Contender in 2027 French Election

Jordan Bardella emerges as the strongest potential candidate for France’s 2027 presidential election, according to an Odoxa poll, outperforming competitors across all scenarios and signaling a seismic shift in French political dynamics
Macron Faces Harsh Criticism as National Rally Surges in French Polls

France’s political climate grows increasingly tense as former presidential advisor Alain Minc condemns Emmanuel Macron’s leadership, while the far-right National Rally dominates new polls. Meanwhile, Macron strengthens international ties with Mexico amid alarming domestic femicide statistics
Le Pen Blames Billionaire Influence Over 2027 Election Poll That Omitted Her

The survey, commissioned by the Hexagone think tank, reportedly affiliated with conservative billionaire Pierre-Edouard Stérin, instead tested her protégé Jordan Bardella as the sole RN candidate — sparking intense backlash from Le Pen’s inner circle
Jordan Bardella Signals 2027 Presidential Run as Marine Le Pen’s Hopes Hang in the Balance

Le Pen, who has long been the face of France’s far-right, suffered a significant legal setback in March. A court convicted her and several other National Rally officials over a fraudulent EU parliament jobs scandal
Le Pen Slams ‘Witch Hunt’ After Conviction, Sparks Political Firestorm in France

The verdict, delivered on Monday, April 1, found Le Pen guilty of misappropriating European Parliament funds, sentencing her to a partly suspended prison term and barring her from holding public office
French Judges Face Death Threats After Marine Le Pen Sentencing
The Paris criminal court sentenced the National Rally (RN) leader to four years in prison and a five-year ban from public office over the misappropriation of European Parliament funds
Marine Le Pen Puts RN Members Back in Line on First Day at Assemblée

The snap elections, which saw the RN party potentially increasing their seats from 88 to 126 MPs, have thrust the party into a spotlight of increased scrutiny. Grenon’s exclusion is seen as a stern warning to other members about the boundaries of acceptable discourse within the party
Far-Right National Rally Poised for Historic Victory in French Parliamentary Elections

Marine Le Pen’s anti-immigration party supporters celebrated as RN secured 33.1% of the vote, outpacing a left-wing alliance at 28% and President Emmanuel Macron’s camp trailed with 20.76%
French Political Leaders Clash Over Ukraine Policy in Heated-Televised Debate

The debate, marked by sharp exchanges and divergent viewpoints, comes amid heightened tensions following Marine Le Pen’s controversial remarks about President Emmanuel Macron’s capacity as commander-in-chief