Summary
French Judge Magali Lafourcade reported that two emissaries from President Trump's administration raised concerns about the trial of French politician Marine Le Pen. Lafourcade claimed these discussions aimed to portray Le Pen's legal troubles as politically motivated. Le Pen, who was found guilty of financial misconduct, is appealing her conviction, which prevents her from running for office.
Key Facts
- Judge Magali Lafourcade spoke out about a meeting with two Trump administration officials in May 2025.
- The officials allegedly questioned the legal proceedings against Marine Le Pen.
- Le Pen was found guilty of misusing European Parliament funds from 2004 to 2016.
- She has denied wrongdoing and is appealing the court's decision, which bars her from elected office for five years.
- President Trump criticized Le Pen's trial on social media, calling it a "witch hunt."
- Lafourcade informed the French Foreign Minister after her conversation with the Trump officials.
- The French High Council of the Judiciary emphasized that political statements should not influence legal proceedings.
