Despite evidence presented by “Mediapart,” the Rassemblement National (RN) is rallying around its president, Jordan Bardella, hoping the controversy will subside. The party risks damaging the presidential candidacy due to the fallout from Bardella’s alleged antisemitic writings. The RN appears willing to fully defend Bardella, potentially facing a credibility crisis as a result. This comes as scrutiny intensifies regarding the content of Bardella’s past writings and their potential impact on the upcoming presidential election in France. The situation presents a significant challenge for Marine Le Pen, who may be forced to aggressively defend the RN president. The party’s strategy centers on weathering the storm, but the scandal threatens to taint the image of their candidate.