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LE PEN Shocker: France Stunned as China Threatens and Trump Fights for America
— French courts convicted Marine Le Pen of embezzlement, banning her from office for five years and sentencing her to prison. Le Pen and her National Rally party slammed the ruling as political. They promised to keep fighting, calling the decision an attack on democracy.
Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni spoke out, saying the court’s move was a blow to freedom in France. Le Pen’s supporters are not backing down. They are pushing ahead with their campaigns, refusing to give up.
At the same time, China ramped up military drills near Taiwan. Chinese warships and jets circled the island after Taiwan’s president announced new steps against Chinese influence. The message from Beijing was clear: don’t challenge us.
Meanwhile in America, President Trump doubled tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to 50%. The White House is readying aid for farmers who could be hurt by foreign retaliation. Trump is also pressing China and India to lower their trade barriers — showing he will not back down when it comes to protecting American jobs.
LE PEN Shocker Stuns France as Trump Hints at Bold Third Term
— France is reeling after Marine Le Pen, leader of the National Rally, was found guilty of embezzling European Parliament funds. She faces a four-year sentence — two years suspended — and a five-year ban from politics. This ruling knocks her out of the 2027 presidential race and shakes up the French political scene.
Le Pen blasted the verdict as “political” and says she won’t leave public life quietly. The case is even more striking since it’s based on a law she once supported herself. Prosecutors wanted tougher penalties, but the court held back from their harshest demands.
Across the Atlantic, Donald Trump has sparked buzz by hinting at a possible third presidential run — even though term limits stand in his way. He claims there are “methods” to make it happen and insists he’s serious. His latest executive order on elections has stirred more debate as legal fights over election integrity heat up before 2026 midterms.
Meanwhile, America’s Supreme Court stopped officials from removing Venezuelan detainees under an old wartime law, with Justice Kavanaugh pushing for quick answers. Reports say Republican campaign teams are split over tariffs and strategy as another heated election cycle begins to take shape.;
LE PEN Shocked By BAN, Supreme Court Stirs Immigration Fears, Musk Sued Over Twitter Secrets
— French nationalist Marine Le Pen was banned from running for office for five years after a court convicted her of embezzlement. She also faces four years in prison, with two served at home. Le Pen called the verdict political and said she will not leave public life. Prosecutors wanted an even tougher sentence.
The U.S. Supreme Court sent an immigration case about Venezuelan detainees back to lower courts instead of ruling directly. Justice Brett Kavanaugh said judges must first decide if removing these noncitizens under the Alien Enemies Act is legal.
Trade tensions between America and China are still high. Washington wants China to buy more American goods and is keeping tariffs tied to fentanyl production in place. The Trump team may help U.S. farmers if China strikes back with its own tariffs.
A judge allowed a class-action lawsuit against Elon Musk over his late disclosure of Twitter shares to move forward. Shareholders say they lost money because Musk waited too long to reveal his stake, but Musk has not commented yet on the case.
LE PEN Shocker: French Court Blocks Nationalist Hero From Presidency
— Marine Le Pen, the face of France’s National Rally party, was convicted for misusing European Parliament funds. The court sentenced her to four years — two behind bars and two under home detention with an ankle monitor. She is also banned from running for office for five years, crushing her hopes for the 2027 presidential race.
Le Pen and her team say she did nothing wrong. She called the verdict “political” and accused prosecutors of trying to silence her voice. President Macron’s supporters brushed off any talk of a plot.
Prosecutors wanted even tougher punishment, including real prison time and a bigger fine. Le Pen now faces about $108,000 in fines but says she will not quit politics.
This ruling shakes up French politics and puts the future of France’s right-wing movement in doubt.
— **Leftists Secure Majority in 2024 French Legislative Election, Macron’s Alliance Trails** Initial projections for the 2024 French legislative election reveal leftists clinching the most seats, with President Emmanuel Macron’s centrist alliance coming in second and the far right trailing in third place
— EU Parliamentary Elections: Far-Right Surges as Greens Suffer Major Setback in EU Polls Voting concludes with far-right parties making significant gains and the Greens experiencing a major decline in the European Parliament elections
— Veteran Criticizes Sunak for Missing D-Day Event Amid Apology Rishi Sunak faces backlash for departing 80th anniversary events in France before the main international ceremony with world leaders
— French Prison Officers Killed in Escape Attempt: Inmate Flees After Van Attack Two French prison officers were fatally shot and three others injured when their van was ambushed by gunfire, allowing the inmate to escape
— Man Sets Himself on Fire Outside Courtroom Ahead of Donald Trump Trial A man self-immolates outside a New York courtroom where jury selection for Donald Trump’s hush money trial was underway, creating a shocking scene
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GLOBAL ELECTIONS Shock: What’s at Stake for Iran, Britain, and France
— Over the next week, voters in countries like Iran, Britain, and France will head to the polls. These elections come at a critical time with global tensions high and public concerns over jobs, climate change, and inflation.
In Iran, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei seeks a successor for President Ebrahim Raisi following his recent death. Candidates include hard-liners Saeed Jalili and Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf as well as reformist Masoud Pezeshkian.
These elections could significantly impact global politics amid ongoing wars in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The outcomes may reorient international relations during this period of mutual suspicion among major powers.
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