Billionaire Elon Musk has publicly backed Marine Le Pen’s bid for the French presidency, calling her “France’s last hope.” French leaders and lawmakers criticized the endorsement as “foreign interference,” warning it could distort political debate ahead of the 2027 election. National Rally spokespersons said the party does not seek international support, emphasizing that French voters decide. Critics also pointed to Musk’s influence through social media, arguing algorithms and platform reach could amplify Le Pen’s message.