Marine Le Pen Vows to Run for President in 2027 Despite Conviction

In early July 2026, French far-right leader Marine Le Pen was convicted in a court case involving her party, the National Rally (RN). The conviction includes a sentence of electronic monitoring, but Le Pen has announced she will appeal the decision and still plans to run for president in 2027.

Left-wing critics in France have condemned Le Pen, calling her a "delinquent" and "privileged." Meanwhile, Le Pen herself has stated she will not give up and intends to stand as a candidate, despite the legal uncertainty surrounding her eligibility. The case has sparked intense political debate in France.