Le Pen Launches French Presidential Campaign, Backs Bardella for Prime Minister

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen launched her presidential campaign at an election rally in Orléans, outlining her priorities and reaffirming her choice of Jordan Bardella to lead the government if she wins.

Le Pen placed security and immigration at the centre of her platform, pledging tougher policies in both areas.

She also promised a gradual approach to change, presenting her proposed reforms as measures to be introduced in stages.

Her backing for Bardella set out a key element of her plans for a future administration, linking her presidential bid to his prospective appointment as prime minister.