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Marine Le Pen's Appeal Could Block 2027 Presidential Bid

1/20/2026

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Marine Le Pen faces an appeals trial in Paris over a conviction for misusing European Parliament funds, which began January 13.
A prior ruling found her guilty of embezzling €2.9 million and banned her from office for five years.
Le Pen says the party made unintentional mistakes and denies wrongdoing, claiming hiring practices were justified.
If convicted again, she could be barred from the 2027 presidential election.

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Marine Le Pen faces an appeals trial in Paris over a conviction for misusing European Parliament funds, which began January 13.
A prior ruling found her guilty of embezzling €2.9 million and banned her from office for five years.
Le Pen says the party made unintentional mistakes and denies wrongdoing, claiming hiring practices were justified.
If convicted again, she could be barred from the 2027 presidential election.