2027 French presidential election: Le Pen launches campaign with mix of radicalism and 'optimism'

Marine Le Pen's campaign rally in Orléans was heavily secured, with thousands of police present and left-wing protests suppressed. The atmosphere favored her far-right party, Rassemblement National (RN), as leaders praised local police for maintaining order. Philippe Olivier, an RN adviser, noted that restrictions on protesters reduced chaos. The police prefect's reputation grew, with speculation about his future roles if Le Pen wins. The rally's environment aligned with Le Pen's message of restoring order and optimism in a troubled France.