France's Le Pen cleared to run in 2027 presidential election, court rules
A French court ruled that Marine Le Pen is eligible to run in the 2027 presidential election. Under the decision, she may contest the race while remaining subject to judicial monitoring, according to France 24. The National Rally leader reaffirmed that she will stand.
A French court ruled that there is no legal obstacle to National Rally (RN) leader Marine Le Pen standing in the 2027 presidential election. The decision drew wide attention on the country's political agenda.
According to France 24, the court allowed her candidacy while placing her under certain judicial measures. In a statement after the ruling, Le Pen reaffirmed that she would enter the race and described the decision as a turning point for her campaign.
Political analysts say the ruling could influence the balance of the 2027 contest. The next stages of the process and any possible appeals are among the topics the French public is following closely.
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