Le Pen
Coverage of Le Pen in the Nexus archive.
- What would a far-right government in France look like?
The article explores the potential scenario of a far-right government in France as the presidential election approaches. It notes that Le Pen's hopes are rising ahead of the election.
- France 2027 Elections: A clash of two extremes could lead to 'easy' Le Pen win
The Financial Times' Victor Mallet warns that France's two-round election system in the 2027 elections could force center voters to choose between far-right and far-left extremes, potentially leading to a #LePen victory. This system may open the door for a far-right win over the far-left.
- Le Pen revives presidential bid echoing Trump
Le Pen revives her presidential bid, drawing parallels to Trump. She positions herself as a modern-day Joan of Arc challenging the political establishment.
- CNBC Daily Open: Dispatch from NATO, U.S. strikes Iran and Le Pen is back
Tensions between the U.S. and its allies escalate at the NATO Summit, and a fresh wave of strikes threatens an existing ceasefire in Iran.
- FirstFT: US strikes Iran in response to attacks on tankers
The US has struck Iran in response to attacks on tankers. France’s Le Pen has announced her run for president, and Samsung shares have fallen despite reporting record quarterly profit.
- Le Pen is posing as the victim of a politicised judiciary
Le Pen is using a strategy of portraying herself as a victim of a politicised judiciary. This approach resonates with her core voters but is not widely accepted by the general French public.
- French far-right leader Le Pen cleared to run for president
French far-right leader Le Pen is cleared to run for president after an appeals court shortens her embezzlement sentence. However, electronic monitoring may hinder her campaign efforts.
- French appeals court clears way for Le Pen to run in 2027 but with an electronic bracelet, which she has said is a no-go
A French appeals court has allowed Le Pen to run in 2027 under the condition of wearing an electronic bracelet, which she has stated is unacceptable to her.
- France’s Court of Appeal to rule on Le Pen conviction – what it’s all about
France’s Court of Appeal is set to rule on a conviction involving far-right leader Le Pen. If embezzlement charges are upheld, she may be barred from running for president in 2027.
- Spéciale Aix : l’incroyable manège des prétendants
The article details political maneuvering among candidates vying for the Elysée, including interactions between Edouard Philippe, Gabriel Attal, and others at the Aix event. It highlights tensions between centrist figures and mentions the influence of the US embassy's party and the RN/LFI absence.
- French far-right starts succession dance before Le Pen verdict
The French far-right is navigating succession as Jordan Bardella positions himself while his mentor awaits a ruling on a potential presidential run.