French far-right's Bardella denies alleged 2013 antisemitic comments as Le Pen sees boost in polls
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On Monday, a French investigative website published allegations that Jordan Bardella, leader of France's far-right National Rally party, made antisemitic comments in writing in 2013. Bardella, a close ally of presidential frontrunner Marine Le Pen, has dismissed the claims as false.
In response to the accusations, Bardella has taken legal action by filing a defamation lawsuit. The controversy emerged at a time when Marine Le Pen is experiencing a boost in political polls ahead of the presidential race.
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South China Morning Post (HK)Highlights the legal response, specifically noting the filing of a defamation lawsuit.
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