French far-right chief Marine Le Pen cleared to run for President but with ankle tag
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen has been cleared to run in next year's presidential election, though she must wear an electronic ankle tag as part of a sentence for a fake jobs scam. She is currently weighing whether to proceed with her candidacy given the restrictions on her movement.
Why it matters
The legal status of a major presidential contender significantly impacts the political landscape of France and the European Union.
French far-right chief Marine Le Pen's political future remained uncertain on Tuesday (July 7, 2026) after a court cleared her to run but wearing an ankle tag, potentially hampering a campaign for next year's presidential elections when her party has its strongest chance yet of winning power.
The report provides a factual account of court proceedings and the candidate's public statements.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in