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French far-right star faces antisemitism claims
Jordan Bardella's political future hangs in the balance after antisemitism allegations from 2013.
In brief
Jordan Bardella's political future hangs in the balance after antisemitism allegations from 2013. Jordan Bardella, 31, faces political consequences after 2013 antisemitism claims resurface amid French presidential race. Originally reported by The Japan Times.
Jordan Bardella
31-year-old top ally of Marine Le Pen.
Political rise
Bardella experienced one of the most meteoric rises in French political history.
Antisemitism claims
Allegations emerged that Bardella made antisemitic comments as a teenager in 2013.
Recent political success
Polls predicted Marine Le Pen would win the presidency at her fourth attempt.
Mediapart allegations
Mediapart published claims that Bardella wrote antisemitic messages in 2013.
Recent developments
Mediapart posted screenshots of the messages on Facebook Messenger on Thursday.
The key point
Jordan Bardella, 31, faces political consequences after 2013 antisemitism claims resurface amid French presidential race.
