Jordan Bardella Re-elected Leader of National Rally

Jordan Bardella was re-elected as leader of the National Rally on Saturday, receiving 75,497 votes for a total of 98.98% in an uncontested election. The result was announced during the party's two-day congress in Orléans, where the organization consolidated its strategy for the 2027 elections.

The leadership structure establishes a division of roles for the upcoming cycle, with Bardella positioning himself as a potential prime minister while Marine Le Pen prepares to run for president. Le Pen is scheduled to deliver a major speech on Sunday centered on the theme of rebirth to outline her presidential vision.

Thousands of protesters marched through Orléans to oppose the congress, with attendance estimates ranging from 11,000 by authorities to 26,000 by organizers. The demonstrations included trade union leaders and left-wing politicians who criticized the party's influence on the political climate and its impact on working citizens.