Bardella denies 2013 antisemitism allegations as Le Pen’s poll prospects rise
A French investigative website alleged the party leader wrote antisemitic comments in 2013. Bardella called the claims fake; the report gave no details of the alleged comments or supporting evidence.
Jordan Bardella has denied allegations that he wrote antisemitic comments in 2013, calling the claims fake, according to France 24.
The allegations were made by a French investigative website. The report did not identify the website or provide the alleged comments, evidence behind the claims or further detail on Bardella’s response.
Bardella leads the National Rally and is a close ally of Marine Le Pen. The allegations emerged as polls indicated Le Pen’s prospects for the 2027 election were strengthening.
France 24 said her prospects appeared stronger than in previous campaigns, but supplied no polling figures or details of the change.
The report leaves the authenticity of the alleged comments unresolved.
