Tag: National Rally (France)

France’s Far-Right Surges Into Parliament, and Further Into the Mainstream

PARIS — In 2017, after the far-right leader Marine Le Pen and her allies won only a handful…

Are Traditional Political Parties Dead in France?

PARIS — Since the 1950s, France’s traditional left- and right-wing parties have provided three-quarters of the country’s presidents…

Inside Le Pen Territory as France Votes in a Runoff Election

“If women are wearing them just for their religion, OK,” Mr. Gérard said, “but I think in general…

As Marine Le Pen Moves Closer to French Presidency, Putin Ties Persist

PARIS — When Europe’s far-right leaders gathered in Madrid in January, they had no problem finding unity on…

Macron and Le Pen Trade Punches in Pivotal French Election Debate

“The Yellow Vests told you they wanted more democracy and they were not heard,” she said. “I think…

Macron Sets Out to Build a ‘Dam’ Against Le Pen. Can It Hold?

PARIS — A day after Marine Le Pen, the far-right leader, emerged as his challenger for the final…

Macron to Face Le Pen for President as French Gravitate Toward Extremes

PARIS — President Emmanuel Macron will face Marine Le Pen, the French far-right leader, in the runoff of…