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Le Pen's case parallels others in the continent where political adversaries have faced legal scrutiny under questionable circumstances. This perception of a coordinated effort to marginalize right-wing political movements raises concerns over judicial independence and its potential manipulation by existing power structures.
Political Consequences of the Ruling
Marie Le Pen herself indicated that the court's decision could disenfranchise her supporters, numbering around 11 million, and undermine her ability to participate in the upcoming presidential elections. Observers worry that this may create a backlash, highlighting a risk that the ruling may intensify the very support it seeks to quash.