PoliticsLe Pen backs Bardella as antisemitism claims hit French far-right star

French far-right presidential candidate Marine Le Pen has reaffirmed her complete confidence in National Rally leader Jordan Bardella, whom investigative outlet Mediapart accused of making antisemitic comments in 2013. Analysts say Le Pen may distance herself from her protégé if the controversy harms her campaign.

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