Elon Musk Endorses Marine Le Pen for 2027 French Presidency, Sparking Criticism

Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has officially declared his support for Marine Le Pen, leader of France's National Rally party, in the upcoming 2027 presidential election. Musk, who has previously shown affinity for populist movements in Europe, stated on his social media platform X that Le Pen represents "le dernier espoir de la France" (France's last hope).

This endorsement marks a significant step for Musk, who had previously offered only personal encouragement to Le Pen. Following a court ruling that affected her eligibility, Musk had voiced his hope that she would overcome "persecution" and run in 2027. His latest statement directly supports her candidacy, referencing an online comment that highlighted her projected electoral gains.

The intervention has sparked immediate reactions from French political figures. Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot alluded to the French saying, "only fools don't change their minds," in response to Musk's evolving stance. Antoine Léaument, a member of the National Assembly, denounced Musk's statement as "foreign interference" and called for regulatory action.

The National Rally party, which has been working to distance itself from controversial figures like Donald Trump as part of its strategy to appeal to a broader electorate, appears to be receiving Musk's support with some discomfort, as evidenced by the silence from its key leaders.