Louis Sarkozy’s secret political dream: Emulate Trump – POLITICO

Louis Sarkozy’s secret political dream: Emulate Trump – POLITICO

The 27-year-old has made it clear in recent weeks that a strategy like Trump’s, fusing a campaign focused on a no-holds-barred approach to immigration with bold rhetoric, could find a receptive audience in France given the Republican candidate’s success siphoning Black, Latino and female voters from the Democratic party. “The Muslim vote, in particular, offers … Read more

Macron’s whirlwind hunt for new prime minister sends French politics into a frenzy – POLITICO

Macron’s whirlwind hunt for new prime minister sends French politics into a frenzy – POLITICO

Macron on Tuesday held talks with conservative leaders including Senate leader Gérard Larcher and conservative parliamentary leader Laurent Wauquiez, according to several people with knowledge of the talks who were granted anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly, seemingly solidifying Bertrand’s status as likely nominee. But by Tuesday afternoon, Bertrand was already facing serious … Read more

France should have right-wing PM, says Sarkozy – POLITICO

France should have right-wing PM, says Sarkozy – POLITICO

France is a right-wing country and should have a right-wing prime minister, former French President Nicolas Sarkozy believes. This summer’s snap French election and European Parliament election have shown that France is right-wing, and the parties on the right must assume responsibility, Sarkozy, who was president from 2007-2012, said in an interview with Le Figaro. … Read more

Carla Bruni-Sarkozy reportedly summoned for possible indictment in 2007 campaign probe – POLITICO

Carla Bruni-Sarkozy reportedly summoned for possible indictment in 2007 campaign probe – POLITICO

Carla Bruni-Sarkozy has been summoned for possible indictment in the investigation into the retraction of a key witness who initially accused her husband, Nicolas Sarkozy, of financing his 2007 presidential campaign with Libyan funds, according to media reports. Franco-Lebanese businessman Ziad Takieddine had claimed to have delivered three suitcases containing a total of €5 million … Read more

‘My heart leans toward Trump’ in U.S. presidential race – POLITICO

‘My heart leans toward Trump’ in U.S. presidential race – POLITICO

French far-right leader Bardella: ‘My heart leans toward Trump’ in U.S. presidential race – POLITICO Skip to main content Read original article here Denial of responsibility! Pioneer Newz is an automatic aggregator of the all world’s media. In each content, the hyperlink to the primary source is specified. All trademarks belong to their rightful owners, … Read more

Macron charms Brazil’s Lula with non-alignment pitch and submarines – POLITICO

Macron charms Brazil’s Lula with non-alignment pitch and submarines – POLITICO

The Tonelero is the third of four conventionally-propelled submarines agreed in a $10 billion deal signed by former French President Nicolas Sarkozy and Lula in 2008. That pact also included building a nuclear-powered submarine, the Álvaro Alberto, which has seen delays and disagreements over the transfer of nuclear technology. Macron said he wanted to open … Read more

Can anyone stop Britain’s Tories going full Trump? – POLITICO

Can anyone stop Britain’s Tories going full Trump? – POLITICO

Who’s left? With an election looming, none of the One Nation members’ preferred candidates have indicated they would stand in a future leadership contest, and there remains a lack of certainty over who will even be an MP after polling day.  Constituency by constituency polling by YouGov earlier this year suggested both Mordaunt and Shapps … Read more

Appeals court upholds prison sentence for former French President Nicolas Sarkozy – POLITICO

Appeals court upholds prison sentence for former French President Nicolas Sarkozy – POLITICO

PARIS — An appeals court in Paris confirmed sentencing of former President Nicolas Sarkozy to six months in prison, with six months suspended, over his 2012 reelection campaign overspend. The ruling upholds a lower court decision agreeing with prosecutors charging that Sarkozy’s team exceeded the spending limit by billing his right-wing Les Républicains party instead … Read more