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Le Pen says she'll run for French presidency next year despite court-ordered monitor
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Marine Le Pen, leader of the National Rally party, announced she will run for French president in 2027 despite a court sentence issued Tuesday requiring her to wear an electronic monitor. Le Pen was convicted in a case involving allegations of misuse of party funds. She said she intends to proceed with her presidential candidacy.
Original reporting: https://www.npr.org/2026/07/08/g-s1-132467/le-pen-court-ordered-monitor
