Overview

• Marine Le Pen has been sentenced to two years in prison and five years of ineligibility, jeopardizing her potential candidacy for the 2027 presidential election.
• The RN organized a large rally at Place Vauban in Paris to protest the conviction and showcase party unity, with all RN deputies required to attend.
• The party claims to have gathered 550,000 petition signatures and gained 25,000 new members since Le Pen’s sentencing, signaling a surge in public support.
• Le Pen has appealed her conviction, with a final decision expected by January 2027, leaving her political future uncertain.
• RN leaders emphasize peaceful mobilization to avoid any perception of extremism, with significant logistical efforts ensuring a strong turnout at the rally.