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France's far-right National Rally has become the most popular political force under Marine Le Pen, the founder's daughter, despite maintaining its anti-immigration and far-right rhetoric. FRANCE 24's Solange Mougin discusses the party's transformation.

Marine Le Pen's potential replacement as National Rally's presidential candidate, Jordan Bardella, differs from her in name and political approach. Bardella, who leads the rebranded National Rally, emphasizes business-friendly policies, while Le Pen focuses on working-class issues. The party's shift from the National Front includes distancing from Le Pen's father, Jean-Marie Le Pen, and his controversial legacy.

UK hard-right leader Nigel Farage faces new allegations over non-disclosure of gifts, following a report that a convicted fraudster paid for his security and staff before he became an MP. An MP has requested an investigation by parliament’s standards commissioner, and Farage is already under scrutiny by the parliamentary anti-sleaze watchdog.

Swiss voters will decide on a referendum to cap the country's population at 10 million by 2050. Critics warn this could lead to Brexit-like consequences for the economy and relations with the European Union, reflecting growing anti-immigration sentiment in Europe.

Belfast police used water cannons during violent anti-immigration protests for the second consecutive night following a stabbing attack. The demonstrations, described as far-right, turned violent again after the initial attack.

Rick Jackson, a Republican gubernatorial candidate in Georgia, is running anti-immigration ads targeting immigrants, transgender people, and DEI initiatives ahead of the primary. The ads promise deportation for unauthorized immigrants committing violent crimes, sparking controversy over rhetoric targeting specific groups.