France's far-right National Rally party claims a 'new harassment campaign' after police raided its headquarters amid an investigation into campaign finances. Party president Jordan Bardella criticized the operation as an attack on democracy. Prosecutors are probing potential fraud related to election financing. Despite legal challenges, RN leads in polls, with Bardella being a popular figure. Marine Le Pen faced a conviction for embezzling EU funds, affecting her presidential ambitions. The inquiry also involves allegations of illicit campaign financing and misuse of Parliament funds. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)