**Jordan Bardella remains president of France’s National Rally (Rassemblement National) and has been positioned as Marine Le Pen’s prospective prime minister for the 2027 presidential election following the July 2026 appeals court ruling that shortened her eligibility ban.** Le Pen confirmed her candidacy shortly after the decision, shifting Bardella from frontrunner to supporting role while the pair publicly emphasize a unified “winning ticket.” Recent months have featured policy divergences on pensions, economic messaging, and issues such as the hijab ban, alongside reported internal frictions—including adviser departures and speculation over campaign roles for figures like Marion Maréchal—yet Bardella has repeatedly affirmed full loyalty and denied strains. He continues leading party diplomacy, including agreements with figures like Nigel Farage, and maintains high visibility ahead of the April–May 2027 vote. No public statements or actions indicate plans to depart the party, with structural incentives favoring continued collaboration through the election cycle.