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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Juliette Jabkhiro and Elizabeth Pineau

Why has Marine Le Pen been barred from standing in French election – and can she appeal?

Marine Le Pen was convicted of embezzlement on Monday and handed a five-year ban from public office.

The verdict bars the French far-right leader from running in the 2027 presidential race - unless she successfully appeals the judgment.

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