France's Far Right Leader Faces Ankle Bracelet and Uncertainty Ahead of Presidential Election The recent appeals court ruling that cleared Marine Le Pen to run for president in 2027 but ordered her to serve a one year sentence with an ankle bracelet has sent shockwaves through French politics.
The decision raises fundamental questions about Le Pen's ability to effectively campaign and the implications of such a restriction on the democratic process.
The case dates back to 2025, when Le Pen was sentenced for her role in a fake jobs scam at the European Parliament.