Jean-Marie Le Pen, the controversial founder of France’s far-right National Front party, has died at the age of 96. He had been a significant figure in French politics, notoriously reaching the presidential runoff in 2002. His legacy is marred by multiple convictions for racism and anti-Semitism. His daughter, Marine Le Pen, has since taken over the party’s leadership and worked to rebrand it as Rassemblement National, aiming to broaden its appeal in French society. Marine has confirmed her intention to run in the upcoming presidential elections.