Misleading Claims Online Damaged Brigitte Macron's Daily Life, Child Testifies to the Tribunal

Brigitte Macron's child, her daughter, has told a tribunal in Paris that inaccurate assertions online—including the unfounded rumor that the French first lady was born a man—have negatively impacted her mother's personal well-being.

She, a legal professional, appeared as a witness in the legal proceedings of 10 individuals facing charges for internet-based abuse targeting the first lady.

Consequences on Personal Routine

Auzière explained that the first lady now feels perpetual anxiety about how she looks, such as her fashion choices to how she stands, because of the apprehension that any image might be distorted to advance hateful attacks.

"The result is that she constantly has to pay attention to what she wears, her posture, regardless of her actions in everyday routine," Auzière informed the judges.

Defendants and Allegations

Ten individuals, in that age range, are facing charges for digital abuse. Several had modest digital reach, while others were more prominent.

Each one is alleged to have posting harmful statements about Brigitte Macron's identity. Among them, this included linking her age difference with Emmanuel Macron to inappropriate terms.

Upon being found guilty, they could receive a maximum of two years in jail.

Effect on Relatives

She, one of three children from Brigitte Macron's previous marriage, explained how the baseless rumors have led to a "decline of her well-being" and a "decline of her overall existence".

She said, "Not a day goes by when an individual does not talk these claims to her."

Auzière emphasized the effects on her relatives, such as the kids being exposed to malicious statements like "Your grandmother is lying" or "She was born male".

"She is unsure how to end it," Auzière stated. "She didn't run for election, she has not sought public attention, and she is permanently subjected to this abuse."

Legal Battle History

The Paris trial is the latest phase in a wider judicial fight targeting the inaccurate allegation that she is transgender.

The couple have also filed a US lawsuit over false statements against a political commentator who promoted the claim.

The case asserts that the allegation is completely false and notes that the individual referenced is in fact Brigitte Macron's brother.

Trial Testimonies

In court, a few individuals denied the allegations.

• A retired business owner, now a deputy mayor, stated he "never intended to inflict damage" and described his online statements as satirical.
• A fiction writer argued that his social media shares were intended as "satire" and voiced worry that the case could endanger "the right to speak freely".
• An art gallery owner explained he posted information as he believed it was a global issue with "consequences for France".

Relationship Background

The baseless rumor about Brigitte Macron's gender circulated in part because their union has often been a topic of comment in digital spaces.

Brigitte Macron, who is significantly older than the president, originally knew Emmanuel Macron when serving as a instructor at his school.

The connection between them grew through theatrical projects, and they married in the following year, following Brigitte Macron's marriage dissolution.

She finished her account by stating that the false claims have created a "whirlwind that never stops" for the first lady.