Marine Le Pen, leader of France's National Rally, faces a critical court verdict that could end her political career. Accused of embezzling funds meant for European Parliament staff, Le Pen and her co-defendants are contesting the charges, with the prosecutor seeking significant penalties, including a five-year ban from public office. This verdict is pivotal as it could thwart her ambitions for the 2027 presidential election, which she is currently leading. Le Pen insists she has done nothing wrong and argues that her practices were within acceptable limits.
Le Pen has called the potential guilty verdict a 'political death,' stressing she has not committed any wrongdoing regarding the accusations of embezzlement.
The prosecutor's demands include a €300,000 fine and a 10-year prison sentence for Le Pen, which could bar her from public office for five years.
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