Marine Le Pen Cleared to Contest 2027 French Presidency

The ruling provides a decisive shift in Le Pen’s political trajectory, as she was previously barred from elected positions for five years following a March 2025 conviction. That verdict centered on the misuse of European Parliament funds, which prosecutors argued were diverted to pay National Rally staff salaries. With the restriction now lifted, the party’s primary figurehead is free to resume her campaign.

Despite the legal baggage, Le Pen maintains a strong position in national polling. As the French political landscape braces for the upcoming April election, the National Rally consistently leads competitor surveys. She continues to polarize the electorate, balancing a robust base of supporters against a significant bloc of voters who remain deeply opposed to her platform.