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A study for Fondapol by political scientist Pascal Perrineau provides insight into the recent evolution of Marine Le Pen's Rassemblement National (RN) electorate. It highlights a trend where older and more educated right-wing voters are increasingly drawn to the party.
Laurent Jacobelli, a spokesperson for France's Rassemblement National (RN), stated 'Why not' when asked about the possibility of a national unity government with Arnaud Montebourg, following RN President Jordan Bardella's call for broader political cooperation.
France's Rassemblement National (RN) party is under judicial scrutiny for allegedly using European Parliament funds to enrich far-right allies, including a figure convicted of violence.
Guillaume Tabard comments that it is the first time the Rassemblement National (RN) approaches a presidential election as a favorite, but this dual status as election favorite and public 'darling' requires vigilance.
An opinion piece discusses the potential liberal turn of Jordan Bardella and Marine Le Pen's Rassemblement National (RN) party, suggesting it might be more compatible with their popular base a year before the presidential election.
The Rassemblement National (RN) list and independent candidate Julie Costa are seeking the annulment of municipal elections in Pauillac, near Bordeaux, alleging irregularities from the first round.
Marine Le Pen's right-wing populist party, Rassemblement National (RN), experienced a setback in French municipal elections, with left-wing populists also suffering losses.
In Reims and Draguignan, the Rassemblement National (RN) has allied with dissident Les Républicains (LR) candidates against the incumbent mayors, potentially leading to a tight second round in Var.
All individuals convicted in the appeal trial of the Rassemblement National (RN), including Marine Le Pen, have filed an appeal against the verdict that found them guilty of misusing public funds from the European Parliament between 2004 and 2016.
Laurent Jacobelli, spokesperson for the Rassemblement National (RN), mocked the supporters present at Edouard Philippe's first major rally in Paris, likening them to 'the Addams Family' and taking aim at a potential rival for 2027.
The Rassemblement National (RN) party has dismissed reported divergences between Jordan Bardella and Marine Le Pen regarding the potential resignation of Gérald Darmanin as an "artificial" controversy. A party deputy stated that the public is not interested in who wants Darmanin to resign.
Franck Pralong, a former lead candidate for the Rassemblement national (RN) in Vernon's municipal elections, has been sentenced to a suspended prison term and three years of ineligibility for using false documents during his campaign.
The Rassemblement National (RN) has discreetly secured the presidencies of several intercommunalities in France, including in the Perpignan and Nice metropolitan areas, signaling further local implantation and normalization for the party.
The Rassemblement National (RN) party, led by Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella, has significantly increased its presence in municipal councils, now holding elected officials in 84 departments, a first for the party.
Marine Le Pen is campaigning in Pas-de-Calais to consolidate gains for the Rassemblement National (RN) ahead of the 2026 municipal elections, promoting her 'neither right, nor left' political stance.
Marine Le Pen feiert das Ergebnis als „riesigen Sieg“. Immerhin liegt die rechte Partei Rassemblement National (RN) in 58 Kommunen vorne. In Paris führt der Sozialist Grégoire.
France's Rassemblement National (RN) party has reported a malicious hacking attempt that targeted the account of a single municipal election candidate. The party stated that there was no massive exposure of personal data.
The European Public Prosecutor's Office is investigating alleged misuse of funds by Marine Le Pen's Rassemblement National (RN) party, with searches conducted in the party's entourage just days before her appeal judgment.
Approximately 600 people gathered in Carcassonne, France, for an anti-Rassemblement National (RN) protest, organized by over 25 organizations, to denounce what they perceive as a 'democracy on borrowed time'.
Gabriel Tomatis, a 26-year-old former amateur football referee, has become the new Rassemblement National (RN) deputy in Menton, Alpes-Maritimes, replacing Alexandra Masson.
France's Rassemblement National (RN) has filed an appeal with the administrative court to contest the victory of Benoît Payan in the Marseille municipal elections, citing alleged 'irregular practices'.
In Gironde, France, the Rassemblement National (RN) has significantly increased its representation in municipal elections, now holding 182 municipal elected positions, a twelve-fold increase from its previous 15.
An analysis by Jean-Daniel Lévy of Harris Interactive suggests that the emergence of La France insoumise (LFI) is restructuring the right-wing electorate, leading traditional right-wing voters to increasingly view the Rassemblement National (RN) as an objective ally.
The Rassemblement National (RN) is experiencing a significant disparity in its municipal election performance, showing strong momentum in Marseille where Franck Allisio could challenge the incumbent mayor, but failing to establish its candidate Thierry Mariani in Paris.