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French far-right leader Marine Le Pen was found guilty of misusing EU funds in a trial that could bar her from the 2027 presidential race. The court's decision on her punishment is pending. Prosecutors have asked for an immediate five-year ban from public office if she is found guilty. Le Pen, the front-runner in opinion polls for the 2027 election, has accused prosecutors of seeking her political downfall.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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