Marion Maréchal-Le Pen
French politician and former MP
Born in 1989, this individual became a prominent figure in French politics. Elected to the National Assembly in 2012 at the age of 22, represented the Vaucluse department. Served as a member of the National Front party, which later became the National Rally. Focused on issues such as immigration and national identity. After leaving her role as an MP, engaged in various political activities and founded a school of political science in Lyon, aimed at training a new generation of politicians.
Elected to the National Assembly in 2012
Founded a political science school in Lyon
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