Controversies Surrounding RN Candidates
In recent times, the National Rally (RN) party has found itself at the center of several controversies involving its candidates. One such instance involves the young singer Thomas Andrei, known for his humorous song 'Bienvenue à Rouen,' which unexpectedly became a political tool. Andrei's song was used by Grégoire Houdan, the RN candidate for the 1st constituency of Seine-Maritime, without prior consent. This led Andrei to publicly distance himself from the RN's ideologies, emphasizing his values of love, tolerance, and universalism. He even added a new verse to his song to clarify his stance against the party's views on migrants and refugees.
Legal and Ethical Issues in RN's Campaign
Another controversy emerged in the 2nd constituency of Jura, where RN candidate Thierry Mosca qualified for the second round of legislative elections despite being under curatorship, which makes him ineligible. Mosca, who was placed under the guardianship of the Departmental Union of Family Associations (Udaf) of Jura due to a 'deficient mental state,' managed to secure 32.76% of the vote. However, his candidacy has raised legal questions, as people under guardianship or curatorship are ineligible according to French law. This situation has led to a potential court challenge if Mosca were to win the election.
Both incidents highlight the ongoing challenges and controversies faced by the RN party, affecting its public image and raising questions about the ethical and legal aspects of its candidates' campaigns.
- Thomas Andrei's decision to add a new verse to his song was a creative way to express his disapproval of the RN's use of his music. He emphasized that his song 'Bienvenue à Rouen' inherently carries a message of welcome and inclusivity, which contradicts the RN's stance on migrants and refugees.
- The RN candidate for the 2nd constituency of Jura, Thierry Mosca, has been under curatorship since November 2023, which legally makes him ineligible to run for office. Despite this, he finished second in the first round of the legislative elections. The prefecture has highlighted that the documents provided during the application process do not reveal a candidate's guardianship status, which could lead to legal complications if Mosca were to be elected.
