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RN proposes fine for wearing a veil in public space

The National Rally considers penalizing the wearing of veils with a fine if it comes to power.

1 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The National Rally (RN) has announced its intention to sanction the wearing of veils in public space through a fine, similar to that for seat belts. This initiative was expressed by MP Jean-Philippe Tanguy, who specified that this measure would be included in the party's platform if it gains the presidency.

This proposal is not new, as it was already part of Marine Le Pen's platform during her three previous bids for the Élysée, according to several sources. The RN's goal is to reaffirm its stance on identity and religious issues in public spaces.

However, the government has expressed doubts about the feasibility of this promise, raising questions about its constitutionality and applicability. These concerns have been reported by some analysts and commentators on legal affairs in France.

Jean-Luc Mélenchon, leader of another political party, called this measure "despicable," reflecting the negative reactions triggered by this announcement. Such proposals fuel a broader debate on individual freedoms and secularism in France.

Public law specialists have also indicated that the measure proposed by the RN could be deemed unconstitutional, adding a layer of complexity to the discussion surrounding this issue.

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