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Le Pen Convicted, Banned from Office; Supporters Rally in Defiance

A French court found far-right politician Marine Le Pen guilty of embezzling European Parliament funds, resulting in a four-year prison sentence and a five-year ban from holding public office, prompting a large protest rally by her supporters.

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Le Pen's Conviction: Political Fallout and Future Implications

A French court sentenced Marine Le Pen, leader of the far-right Rassemblement National, to four years in prison (suspended), a five-year ban from elections, and a fine for misusing over €4 million in European funds; this ruling has sparked controversy and may boost her political standing.

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Spanish Journalists Investigated for Reporting on Attorney General Case

Four Spanish journalists face investigation for revealing details from a Guardia Civil report on a case against the Attorney General, sparking concerns about press freedom and the right to report on matters of public interest.

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Florida Republicans Hold House Seats; Wisconsin Democrat Wins Supreme Court Race

In Florida's special elections, Republicans retained their House seats with Jimmy Patronis and Randy Fine winning, while in Wisconsin, Democrat Susan Crawford defeated Republican Brad Schimel in a costly Supreme Court race, defying Elon Musk's substantial financial backing for Schimel.

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Le Pen Convicted, Judge Under Protection

Following her conviction for embezzlement, French politician Marine Le Pen received a four-year prison sentence (two years suspended, two under house arrest) and a five-year ban from holding public office; the presiding judge is now under police protection due to threats.

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Le Pen's Embezzlement Conviction Sparks Judicial Security Concerns in France

A French court sentenced far-right leader Marine Le Pen to a five-year ban from holding public office for embezzling European Parliament funds, prompting threats against the presiding judge and raising concerns about judicial independence and political polarization in France.

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UK Government Pauses Guidelines on Pre-Sentence Reports Amidst Political Controversy

The UK government paused guidelines for pre-sentence reports differentiating between defendants based on personal characteristics, following criticism from the Shadow Justice Secretary who falsely claimed they would be biased against Christians and "straight white men", despite evidence of racial se...

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Spanish Court Defers to EU Court Despite Constitutional Ruling in ERE Case

The Spanish Constitutional Court (TC) is reviewing whether a Seville court can refer the ERE corruption case to the European Court of Justice (ECJ) before fully implementing a 2024 TC ruling; internal TC reports show conflicting opinions, highlighting tensions between national and EU legal framework...

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Journalist Faces Disciplinary Action Amidst Debate on 'Social Demand for Justice'

Journalist Sofia Giannaka faces disciplinary action from the Association of Greek Journalists (ESIEA), prompting discussion on the influence of 'social demand for justice' on judicial decisions, potentially jeopardizing judicial independence and the rule of law.

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RN's Disinformation Campaign Following Le Pen Conviction Challenges French Democracy

Marine Le Pen, leader of France's Rassemblement National, was convicted of misuse of European Parliament funds; the party responded with a widespread media campaign, spreading disinformation and attacking the judiciary, resulting in threats against judges and a broader challenge to democratic instit...

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French Court Sentences Le Pen to Prison, Bars Her From 2027 Election

A French court sentenced Marine Le Pen to four years in prison (two years under electronic surveillance) and five years of ineligibility, effective immediately, for misusing over €4 million in parliamentary funds, barring her from the 2027 presidential election.

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Le Pen Banned From 2027 French Presidential Election

A French court sentenced Marine Le Pen, leader of the National Rally party, to four years in prison and banned her from running for president in 2027 for misusing EU funds; she denounced the verdict as politically motivated and vowed to appeal.

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