Marine Le Pen launches fourth bid for French presidency

Marine Le Pen has launched her fourth bid for the French presidency in Orléans, presenting an optimistic vision for France despite controversy surrounding her policies and a recent conviction for embezzling public funds.

Her supporters say the National Rally leader offers solutions to immigration, the rising cost of living and insecurity. But her positions on cutting aid to Ukraine and banning headscarves have drawn opposition, with protests in Orléans and Paris highlighting the divisions surrounding her campaign.

Can Le Pen turn her support into a path to the presidency?

Al Jazeera's Rosie Birchard reports.