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Far-right National Rally leader Marine Le Pen is gaining political popularity as France grapples with violent protests and rioting that have exposed government loss of control over law enforcement responses. Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu admitted that police lost control during the October 17 violence, which resulted in widespread looting and destruction. The political upheaval comes as the country braces for additional demonstrations planned by the Yellow Vest movement for the coming Saturday, creating an opportunity for far-right politicians to capitalize on public frustration with security and governance.