Marine Le Pen's legal battles are reshaping the 2027 presidential race, with her opponents and the RN preparing for a leadership transition to Jordan Bardella.
Key French political figures including Sébastien Lecornu and Sarah Knafo were honored at the 2025 Prix du Trombinoscope for their influential roles during a turbulent political year.
France is experiencing increased political disengagement and distrust in national institutions in 2026, with a surge in citizens identifying as non-partisan and critics warning of democratic instability.
French President Emmanuel Macron criticized Elon Musk for benefiting from heavy U.S. subsidies, urging Europe to boost public investment to compete globally, while Musk disputed the subsidy claims.
Marine Le Pen's lawyers delivered an emotional defense in her trial over FN European assistants, with the ruling set for July 7, a date critical for her political future.
Marine Le Pen faces a crucial July 7 verdict on public funds misuse charges that could bar her from the 2027 presidential election.
French diplomat Fabrice Aidan is implicated in the Epstein files, prompting official investigations and government calls for victims to seek justice.
Amélie de Montchalin's historic appointment as Cour des comptes president has ignited debate over potential conflicts of interest arising from her government budget role.
Ahead of the 2027 presidential election, candidates Jean-Luc Mélenchon and Jordan Bardella engage businesses with distinct economic proposals while navigating public trust and budgetary challenges.
Benjamin Millo's departure from Éric Ciotti to support Christian Estrosi illustrates the volatile political climate in Alpes-Maritimes ahead of the 2026 municipal elections.
French political leaders grapple with reliance on social media platforms like X amid rising safety concerns and legislative efforts.
French diplomat Fabrice Aidan faces legal and administrative action after being linked extensively to Jeffrey Epstein in leaked documents, prompting government and political responses.
A parliamentary report proposes a universal family allowance of 250 euros per month per child and other reforms to boost France's declining birth rate.
French diplomat Fabrice Aidan is under judicial inquiry after extensive email exchanges with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were revealed, prompting official investigation despite no current evidence linking him to criminal acts.
The 2026 Cevipof survey reveals unprecedented levels of distrust in French politics, highlighting low confidence in Macron's government and institutions but a continuing desire for democratic engagement.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot has referred allegations involving diplomat Fabrice Aidan to the judiciary following Epstein case revelations, with investigations now underway.
Amélie de Montchalin’s appointment as head of France’s Cour des comptes raises serious concerns about institutional independence and political influence, triggering criticism from opposition parties.
Prominent figures Michèle Tabarot and Benoît Payan headline the 2026 French municipal elections in Cannet and Marseille, highlighting fierce contests and strategic campaigns.
Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin calls for national debate on ending juvenile crime leniency amid constitutional and political challenges, highlighted by notable criminal cases involving minors.
A new survey reveals a record decline in French citizens' trust in national politics, contrasted with strong trust in local mayors.
France's Justice Minister urges constitutional changes to end lighter penalties for minors amid increasing youth violence, while a stabbing incident in Paris highlights ongoing street crime.
President Emmanuel Macron calls for the EU to adopt eurobonds to finance strategic investments and reinforce European economic sovereignty.
La France insoumise marks a decade of political influence under Jean-Luc Mélenchon, facing declining popularity and controversy ahead of the 2027 election.
The Socialist Party prepares for 2026 municipal elections with a left-wing alliance excluding La France insoumise, aiming to assert itself as the leading left force before the 2027 presidential vote.
François Villeroy de Galhau resigns as Governor of the Bank of France effective June 2026, paving the way for President Macron to appoint his successor before the 2027 elections.
Veteran mayor André Laignel seeks ninth term in Issoudun as 2026 municipal elections spotlight left-wing divisions and far-right strategy shifts.
A new study categorizes European far-right parties into three economic policy regimes, revealing complex and varied approaches to capitalism and financial regulation.
Rachida Dati criticizes Paris’ €300 million annual funding to associations, targeting subsidies to groups seen as fiscally irresponsible ahead of municipal elections.
France's 2026 municipal elections occur amid significant public mistrust in politics and controversy over party classifications, revealing complex voter attitudes.
Historian and resistance fighter Marc Bloch will be honored at the Panthéon on June 23, with his family requesting the exclusion of far-right groups from the ceremony.
Jack Lang resigns amidst new investigations revealing his and his family's financial ties to Jeffrey Epstein, intensifying the fallout from the Epstein scandal in France.
Prime Minister Lecornu discusses governance challenges and policy priorities amidst political tensions and public distrust, while commentator Alain Duhamel reflects on France's political climate.
Anti-drug activist Amine Kessaci faces life-threatening violence; political leaders and law enforcement are rallying to protect him and support his fight.
Jack Lang resigns as head of the Institut du monde arabe amid a French investigation into his financial links with Jeffrey Epstein.
Jordan Bardella is open to forming electoral alliances in the 2026 municipal elections to prevent extreme left victories, emphasizing a case-by-case approach focused on shared priorities.
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu outlines a limited government reshuffle before February 22 linked with a major energy policy decree advancing nuclear and renewable projects.
Jordan Bardella reinforces his support for Marine Le Pen amidst her legal trial while spearheading National Rally's campaign efforts in the lead-up to the 2026 French municipal elections.
Key figures call for entertainment funding to move from public audiovisual services to the private sector to preserve core public missions.
Local campaigns in Gironde ahead of the 2026 municipal elections reveal evolving candidate strategies, regional transport limitations, and diverse policy focuses.
France faces widespread protests against the 'Duplomb' agricultural law that reintroduces banned pesticides, with over 80 groups mobilizing nationwide and a petition surpassing 2 million signatures prompting a parliamentary debate.
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