🔗 Share this article Inaccurate Assertions on Social Media Negatively Impacted Brigitte Macron's Well-being, Child Testifies to Court The French first lady's child, Tiphaine Auzière, has told a judicial body in Paris that inaccurate assertions circulating on the internet—such as the baseless theory that Brigitte Macron is transgender—have severely damaged her mother's daily existence. She, a attorney, appeared as a witness in the court case of 10 individuals facing charges for digital bullying against Brigitte Macron. Impact on Personal Routine Auzière stated that the first lady now feels perpetual anxiety about her demeanor, from her attire to how she stands, as a result of the apprehension that any image may be misused to fuel hateful attacks. "The outcome is that she systematically has to pay attention to her clothing, her posture, no matter what her actions in everyday routine," Auzière testified. Defendants and Accusations The defendants, in that age range, are facing charges for online harassment. A few had modest digital reach, while several more were more visible. Each one is charged with making malicious comments about the first lady's identity. Among them, this involved comparing the age gap with her husband to offensive labels. If convicted, they could receive up to two years in prison. Consequences for Loved Ones Auzière, a daughter from Brigitte Macron's initial union, described how the inaccurate allegations have resulted in a "decline of her physical state" and a "deterioration of her daily happiness". She said, "Not a day passes when an individual does not talk these claims to her." Auzière highlighted the impact on the family, including her grandchildren hearing false assertions like "Your grandmother is deceptive" or "She was born male". "She is unsure what to do about it," she stated. "She holds no office, she didn't pursue anything, and she is constantly subjected to this abuse." Court Case Context This case represents a recent development in a broader legal battle addressing the false claim that Brigitte Macron is male. The Macrons have pursued a legal action in the United States alleging slander targeting a political commentator who promoted the theory. The case clarifies that the claim is completely false and notes that the individual referenced is in fact Brigitte Macron's sibling. Accused Individuals' Statements Throughout the proceedings, some of the accused rejected the allegations. An individual, holding a public position, claimed he "never intended to hurt anyone" and referred to his social media content as humorous. A fiction writer argued that his online activity were meant to be "satire" and highlighted apprehension that the trial could threaten "free speech". A third defendant explained he posted content as he believed it was a global issue with "consequences for France". Relationship Background The inaccurate claim concerning Brigitte Macron's gender circulated in part because their union has long been a topic of comment in digital spaces. Brigitte Macron, being 24 years older than Emmanuel Macron, first met Emmanuel Macron when serving as a instructor at his secondary school. Their bond developed through drama activities, and they wed in 2007, after Brigitte Macron's divorce. She finished her testimony by stating that the false claims have created a "storm that continues endlessly" for the first lady.