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Thousands march in Orléans as Le Pen opens campaign
Marine Le Pen began her presidential campaign at the National Rally's two-day party congress in Orléans. Thousands of people marched peacefully through the city to protest against the party. Local authorities put special security measures in place, and many shops were boarded up.
Why it matters
The congress opens the race for France's 2027 presidential election, in which the National Rally is a leading contender.
Background
The National Rally is a nationalist party led for years by Marine Le Pen. France holds its next presidential election in 2027, and Macron cannot run again.
The story so far
- Thousands march in Orléans as Le Pen opens campaign
- Marine Le Pen launches French presidential campaign in Orléans
- Marine Le Pen launches presidential campaign
Sources
- RFI ↗Oct 24, 12:36 PM ET
- France 24 ↗Oct 24, 9:19 AM ET
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