Marine Le Pen, the leader of France's National Rally party, has made several bold pledges that have sparked debate in political circles. Among her promises are:
- Mass Deportations: She has vowed to immediately begin deporting illegal immigrants from France.
- Exit from NATO and EU Referendum: Le Pen has pledged to pull France out of NATO and hold a referendum on the country’s continued membership in the European Union.
- Opposition to Ursula von der Leyen: She has been a vocal critic of Ursula von der Leyen's presidency of the European Commission, opposing her leadership within the EU.
- Call for Peace in Ukraine: Le Pen has expressed support for seeking peace in Ukraine, advocating for negotiations with Russia to end the conflict.
Given these positions, critics argue that her policies may threaten France's standing within Europe and the international community, raising concerns about her ability to govern. This has led to discussions on why she has faced barriers in her bid for the presidency, with some suggesting her views are too extreme for mainstream politics.
