Moment of destiny for France's Le Pen in verdict to decide her future in presidential race
Far-right leader Marine Le Pen is appealing against a verdict which found her guilty of misusing EU funds.
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"Because of the presidential election, the decision you must render is of dizzying significance."
— Rudolphe Bosselut , Other
"A candidate needs total freedom of movement."
— Marine Le Pen , Politician
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Jordan Bardella is the leader of the far-right National Rally and is a potential candidate for the 2027 presidential election.
Marine Le Pen is the leader of the National Rally party.
Lawyer representing Marine Le Pen in her appeal case.
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Far-right leader Marine Le Pen is appealing against a verdict which found her guilty of misusing EU funds.
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