The Rachman Review

What would a far-right government in France look like?

July 9, 2026·29 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Marine Le Pen has run for the French presidency several times before, but her chances of winning next year look better than ever. Gideon talks to the FT's Victor Mallet about the source of her growing popularity and what a far-right government would mean for France and the EU. Clip: The GuardianFree links to read more on this topic: Le Pen revives presidential bid echoing TrumpFrench far-right leader Marine Le Pen says she will run for presidentMarine Le Pen’s massive double gamble on presidencyFrance’s crowded race to replace Emmanuel MacronSubscribe to The Rachman Review wherever you get your podcasts - please listen, rate and subscribe.Presented by Gideon Rachman. Produced by Fiona Symon. Sound design is by Simon Panayi.Follow Gideon on Bluesky or X @gideonrachman.bsky.social, @gideonrachmanRead a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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