<h1>Founder of France's Far-Right National Front Dies at 96, Leaving Controversial Legacy in Politics.</h1> The founder of France's far-right National Front, a polarizing figure known for his anti-immigration rhetoric, has died at 96. His controversial statements, including Holocaust denial, led to multiple convictions and strained political alliances. Despite being ousted from the party by his daughter, who rebranded it as the National Rally, his legacy continues to influence French politics. His death coincides with his daughter's legal challenges. A former paratrooper, he was a fixture in French politics, often forcing rivals to address his far-right agenda. He was recently exempted from prosecution due to declining health.