Rassemblement National

The European Public Prosecutor’s Office is conducting raids in France and other countries on suspicions of misuse of European funds by the former Identity and Democracy group, where the Rassemblement National sat.

May 05, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Jordan Bardella, president of the Rassemblement national (RN), stated on CNews Tuesday evening that Jean-Luc Mélenchon cannot become president in 2027 due to a lack of self-control. He accuses the La France insoumise (LFI) leader of constantly insulting opponents. The remarks follow Mélenchon's fourth candidacy bid for the Élysée.

Health Minister Stéphanie Rist won the second round of the by-election in Loiret's 1st constituency with 62.1% of the votes, against Rassemblement National candidate Tiffanie Rabault. The vote, marked by a record abstention of 69.6%, allows her to keep her government position. The win comes amid low turnout.

January 15, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

A Rassemblement national deputy's remarks likening a tax debate to the Rwandan genocide drew unanimous outrage in the National Assembly on January 15. Frédéric-Pierre Vos, MP from Oise, ironically referenced the height of Hutu and Tutsi, reversing victims and perpetrators according to critics. His group issued apologies, as sanctions are considered.

David Rachline, mayor of Fréjus and vice-president of the Rassemblement National (RN), announced his resignation from the role on December 2, 2025. The move follows a controversial private photo and judicial investigations that weakened his position. Marine Le Pen confirmed she no longer wanted him in the post.

November 30, 2025 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Jordan Bardella, president of the Rassemblement National, was assaulted on Saturday in Moissac by a septuagenarian who crushed an egg on his head during a book signing session. The suspect's custody was extended by 24 hours on Sunday, as the Interior Minister firmly condemned the act. Bardella denounces a brutalization of democratic debate and points to the far left.