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French prosecutors have launched a preliminary investigation into Marine Le Pen and her National Rally party over suspicions of illicit financing during her 2022 presidential campaign.
The probe, initiated last week, focuses on allegations of misappropriation of property by persons exercising a public function and the use of forgery. If found guilty, Le Pen could face severe consequences, including up to 10 years in prison and a ban from running in the next presidential election in 2027.
The investigation adds significant pressure on Le Pen and her party, potentially impacting their political standing and future campaigns. This development has raised questions about the integrity of the investigation.
More details and insight below:
BREAKING: French prosecutors launch fraud investigation of Marine Le Pen for “illegal financing” her campaign.
This news comes just two days after the Socialists/Communists won the election.
Can’t make it up.
— PeterSweden (@PeterSweden7) July 9, 2024
The “illegal financing” is related to her 2022 Presidential campaign.
If found guilty, she faces up to 10 years in prison.
Prosecutors want to ban Marine Le Pen from being elected for five years.
This means she could be banned from the next presidential election in 2027.
— PeterSweden (@PeterSweden7) July 9, 2024
🚨🇫🇷FRENCH PROSECUTORS LAUNCH PROBE INTO LE PEN
The investigation centers around alleged illegal financing of her presidential bid in 2022.
Prosecutors claim Le Pen’s National Rally party stole taxpayer-generated funds from the European Parliament to help finance her campaign.… pic.twitter.com/M6jduiLJaw
— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) July 9, 2024
