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Marine Le Pen

French lawyer and politician

Marine Le Pen, a French lawyer and politician, has run for the French presidency multiple times. She is known for her far-right political views and leadership of the National Rally party. Le Pen has advocated for anti-immigration, nationalist, and protectionist policies, while also expressing support for economic nationalism and opposition to globalization. She has been recognized as one of the most influential politicians in France and Europe.

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Timeline

Marion Anne Perrine Le Pen's Birth

Marion Anne Perrine Le Pen, also known as Marine Le Pen, was born on August 5, 1968. She is a French lawyer and politician who has been actively involved in the National Rally (RN; previously the National Front, FN) and has made multiple presidential bids.

Bomb Explosion Incident

In 1976, a bomb meant for Marion Anne Perrine Le Pen's father exploded in the stairwell outside the family's apartment as they slept. The blast caused damage to the building, but fortunately, the family remained unharmed.

Mother's Departure

Marine Le Pen's mother left the family in 1984 when Marine was 16 years old. This event had a significant impact on her, as she expressed in her autobiography.

1993 Legislative Election in Paris

Le Pen stood for parliament in Paris' 16th constituency, finishing third with 11.10% of the votes.

Marriage to Franck Chauffroy

In 1995, Marine Le Pen married Franck Chauffroy, a business executive who worked for the National Front. They had three children together before divorcing in 2000.

Leadership Position in National Front

In 2000, Marine Le Pen became the president of Generations Le Pen, an association close to the National Front. This marked a significant step in her political career within the party.

Marine Le Pen's Appearance on Election Night Television Broadcast

On May 5, 2002, Marine Le Pen appeared for the first time on an election night television broadcast as a stand-in called upon to replace a National Front heavyweight at the last minute. Her performance drew attention and marked her emergence from her father's shadow.

2007 Legislative Election in Hénin-Beaumont

Le Pen stood for the FN in Pas-de-Calais' 14th constituency, finishing second in the first round and receiving 41.65% in the run-off.

Le Pen's Accusation Against Frédéric Mitterrand

During an appearance on the programme Mots croisés (Crossed Words) on France 2, Le Pen accused Frédéric Mitterrand of engaging in sex tourism and demanded his resignation as Minister of Culture.

Le Pen's Main Guest Appearance on À vous de juger

In her first main guest appearance on the show, she was questioned on economic, social and immigration issues and took part in debates with other political figures.

Controversial Comments on Muslim Prayers

Le Pen compared the use of public streets and squares in French cities for Muslim prayers with the Nazi occupation of France, which received substantial media attention and criticism.

Acquittal of 'Inciting Hatred' Charges

A Lyon court acquitted Le Pen of 'inciting hatred', ruling that her statement 'did not target all of the Muslim community' and was protected as a part of freedom of expression.

Marine Le Pen becomes the President of the National Front

Marine Le Pen assumed the position of President of the National Front on January 16, 2011, succeeding Jean-Marie Le Pen. This marked a significant moment in the history of the far-right political party in France.

Le Pen's Denouncement of CAP at Paris International Agricultural Show

At the Paris International Agricultural Show on 25 February 2011, Marine Le Pen denounced the CAP as an 'unbearable bureaucracy' and called for its replacement with a 'French agricultural policy'. She also advocated for leaving the EU to allocate 15 billion Euros to the French agricultural sector.

Marine Le Pen's Visit to Lampedusa

On 14 March 2011, Marine Le Pen visited Lampedusa and expressed concerns about the influx of illegal immigrants, stating that 'Europe can't welcome everyone'. She highlighted the helplessness of the EU in dealing with the issue and proposed potential solutions.

Marine Le Pen's Stance on Dual Citizenship

On 30 May 2011, Marine Le Pen wrote to Members of Parliament about dual citizenship, describing it as 'one of the main ferments of breach of the republican cohesion'. She expressed her support for stripping French nationality for foreign nationals who break the law in France.

Le Pen's Stance on Nuclear Power and Energy Diversification

After a deadly incident in the Centraco nuclear installation on the Marcoule Nuclear Site on 12 September 2011, Marine Le Pen called for a progressive exit from nuclear power and supported energy diversification in France, including research into hydrogen.

Le Pen's Appearance on Parole directe

Her first appearance as a sole guest on the show was viewed by an average of 6 million viewers with a peak of 7.3 million.

Le Pen refuses to back Sarkozy or Hollande in the run-off

During a speech in Paris, Le Pen refused to endorse either Sarkozy or Hollande in the run-off election, urging her supporters to vote with their conscience and vowing to cast a blank protest vote.

European Elections in France

In the European elections in France, the National Front received the most votes with a 24.90% share, and Marine Le Pen came in first place in her North-West constituency with 33.60%. 25 FN representatives were elected to the European Parliament from France.

Regional Council Election

Marine Le Pen finished first with 40.6% of the vote in the regional council election, but her right-wing opponent Xavier Bertrand won with 57.80% of the vote.

Candidacy for the 2017 French Presidential Election

Marine Le Pen announced her candidacy for the 2017 French presidential election on 8 April 2016.

Le Pen's stance on Crimea annexation

Marine Le Pen expressed her belief that the 2014 Russian annexation of Crimea was not illegal, citing the referendum in which the citizens of Crimea voted to join Russia.

Le Pen's Candidacy Launch in Lyon

Marine Le Pen officially launched her candidacy for the 2017 French presidential election in Lyon, where she promised a referendum on France's membership of the European Union if her goals for the country were not achieved within six months of renegotiation with the EU.

European Parliament Revokes Le Pen's Immunity

The European Parliament voted to revoke Marine Le Pen's immunity from prosecution for tweeting violent imagery, including an image of beheaded journalist James Foley. This decision did not apply to the ongoing investigation into the misuse of parliamentary funds by the FN.

Marine Le Pen's Post-Election Transformation

Marine Le Pen's transformation after losing the 2017 presidential election has been a topic of interest. Her evolution and changes since the election have been closely observed.

Arson Attempt at Le Pen's Campaign Headquarters

An arson attempt targeted the ground floor of the building which housed Marine Le Pen's campaign headquarters during the early morning of April 13, 2017.

Le Pen's Response to Suspected Terrorist Attack

In the wake of a shooting targeting police officers treated as a suspected terrorist attack, Marine Le Pen cancelled a planned campaign event and called for the closure of all 'extremist' mosques, the expulsion of hate preachers, and the revocation of their citizenship.

Donald Trump's Comments on Le Pen

United States President Donald Trump wrote on Twitter that the shooting in France would have 'a big effect on the presidential election' and later stated that Marine Le Pen was the 'strongest on borders' and on what had been going on in France.

Marine Le Pen Concedes French Presidential Election

On May 7, 2017, Marine Le Pen conceded the French presidential election after receiving approximately 33.9% of the vote in the second round, ultimately losing to Emmanuel Macron.

Re-election as Leader of the National Rally

On 4 July 2021, she was elected again to lead the National Rally with no opposing candidate.

Le Pen's Participation in March Against Antisemitism

In late 2021, Marine Le Pen participated in a march against antisemitism following the Hamas attack on Israel. Her presence at the rally did not cause much controversy, and some even considered the National Rally to be a 'republican' party.

Rise of Marine Le Pen in French Presidential Election

Marine Le Pen's far-right party, National Rally, has seen a significant rise in poll ratings and popularity, closing the gap with the centrist president Emmanuel Macron. She has softened her image and gained more respectability among voters.

Marine Le Pen becomes a member of the French National Assembly

On April 11, 2022, Marine Le Pen became a member of the French National Assembly, representing Calais. This marked a significant step in her political career and influence in French politics.

Marine Le Pen's quiet strength and future plans

Marine Le Pen plays the card of quiet strength and is waiting for things to happen. Her score in the presidential election and the left's faintness have reinforced her status as the main opponent to a weakened government. Her future plans include the November 5 party congress after which the party will be led by someone not named Le Pen for the first time in its history.

Marine Le Pen's tenure as President of the National Front ends

Marine Le Pen's term as President of the National Front concluded on November 5, 2022, with Jordan Bardella succeeding her. This transition signified a new chapter for the party's leadership.

Conviction for Defamation Against French NGO Cimade

In October 2023, Marine Le Pen was convicted of defamation against French NGO Cimade after accusing the organization of being 'accomplices to smugglers' and being involved in an 'illegal immigration network from the Comoros' in Mayotte. She was ordered to pay €500 and sustain court costs.

Charged with Paying National Rally Party Officials

In December 2023, Marine Le Pen was ordered to stand trial after being charged with paying National Rally party officials through funds earmarked for European Parliament assistants. 27 others, including her father Jean Marie, will serve as her co-defendants.

Le Pen's Transformation to Respectability

Nicholas Vinocur discusses Marine Le Pen's transformation to respectability and warns not to be fooled by it.

Marine Le Pen's National Rally Party Shift

Marine Le Pen's National Rally (RN) party, formerly known as the National Front, is transitioning from a low-budget protest and fringe provocation party to one that is preparing for power in France. The party is making strategic moves to appeal to a wider audience and is focusing on policy development and outreach to the Paris establishment.

Potential Victory for Marine Le Pen

Early polls suggest that Marine Le Pen, the leader of the National Rally (RN) party, could potentially win the presidential elections in 2027, as the current president, Emmanuel Macron, will be barred from running for a third consecutive term.

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