Marine Le Pen sentenced to one year in an ankle bracelet - but can run for president
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A French appeals court has upheld Marine Le Pen's conviction for embezzling EU funds. This theoretically leaves the path open for her to run for president in 2027.
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Appeal ruling: Le Pen is allowed to run in presidential elections – with an ankle bracelet
FAZ
Presidential election 2027: Marine Le Pen sentenced to ankle bracelet and 15 months ineligible
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Candidacy on the brink of elimination?: Verdict: Le Pen has to wear an ankle bracelet for a year
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France: Marine Le Pen is allowed to run in the presidential election – but only with an ankle bracelet
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