Le Pen casts herself as protector of France as troubles swirl
Marine Le Pen has launched her presidential campaign in Orléans, shifting her political strategy away from anti-establishment radicalism. She is now positioning herself as a protective guardian of France as she seeks to broaden her appeal to voters.
Why it matters
As a prominent far-right figure, Le Pen's pivot suggests a strategic attempt to capture mainstream support in the upcoming French presidential election.
ORLEANS, France — Far-right leader Marine Le Pen shed her anti-establishment radicalism on Sunday to portray herself as the guardian of…
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