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French far-right says anti-Semitism claims part of 'total war' to derail presidency bid

French far-right says anti-Semitism claims part of 'total war' to derail presidency bid

Summary

Jordan Bardella, a leading member of the French far-right party National Rally, said accusations of anti-Semitic remarks he allegedly made in 2013 are part of a "total war" against his party. These claims come ahead of the 2027 French presidential elections, where his ally Marine Le Pen is a top candidate.

Key Facts

  • Jordan Bardella is a close ally of Marine Le Pen, the frontrunner for France’s 2027 presidential election.
  • Bardella is known for using social media and maintaining a clean public image.
  • National Rally is trying to improve its reputation to become more electable, a process called "de-demonisation."
  • Bardella claims accusations of anti-Semitism against him are part of a political attack on his party.
  • The accusations relate to comments allegedly made in 2013.
  • The statements came during rising tensions ahead of the 2027 polls in France.
  • Marine Le Pen leads the far-right National Rally party.
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