French prosecutor seeks 5-year ban from office against French far right leader Le Pen
Europe • Nov 13, 2024, 10:43 PM
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Marine Le Pen faces a crucial moment in a high-profile trial for alleged misuse of EU funds. Prosecutors are seeking a prison sentence and a five-year ban from public office, with immediate effect, for the far right politician. If granted, that would exclude Le Pen from running in France's 2027 presidential election. FRANCE 24's Selina Sykes has more.
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