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Brigitte Macron's child, her daughter, informed a judicial body in Paris that inaccurate assertions circulating on the internet—including the groundless claim that the French first lady had a male birth identity—have severely damaged her mother's daily existence.

She, a attorney, served as a witness in the court case of a group of defendants facing charges for digital bullying against Brigitte Macron.

Consequences on Personal Routine

She testified that the first lady now worries constantly about her demeanor, including her attire to her posture, because of the fear that every photograph might be manipulated to fuel hateful attacks.

"The result is that she always has to pay attention to her outfits, her posture, no matter what she's doing in her daily life," she testified.

Accused Individuals and Accusations

The defendants, between 41 and 60 years old, are in court for internet-based bullying. Some had modest digital reach, while the rest were better known.

All is charged with posting harmful statements about the first lady's identity. For some, this included linking the age gap with the French president to inappropriate terms.

If found responsible, they may be sentenced to up to two years in prison.

Family Impact

Auzière, a daughter from her mother's first marriage, explained how the false claims have caused a "deterioration of her well-being" and a "decline of her quality of life".

She testified, "Hardly a day passes when someone does not talk these claims to her."

Auzière highlighted the effects on the family, for example the kids learning about false assertions like "She is not truthful" or "Your grandmother is your grandfather".

"She is unsure how to stop it," she testified. "She's not elected, she didn't pursue anything, and she is continually facing these assaults."

Court Case Background

The legal proceedings is part of an ongoing effort in a broader legal battle targeting the false claim that the first lady is supposedly male.

They have initiated a case in America for defamation targeting a conservative podcaster who amplified the allegation.

The lawsuit asserts that the claim is completely false and points out that the individual referenced is in fact her sibling.

Defendants' Responses

During the trial, a few individuals denied the accusations.

• An individual, holding a public position, asserted he "had no purpose to hurt anyone" and described his social media content as ironic.
• A fiction writer argued that his online activity were meant to be "irony" and voiced worry that the trial could endanger "freedom of expression".
• Another individual explained he shared posts since he thought it was a worldwide topic with "consequences for France".

Personal History

The false theory about Brigitte Macron's identity spread partly because their union has long been a subject of discussion in digital spaces.

Brigitte Macron, being significantly older than the president, first met the future president when working as a educator at his school.

Their relationship grew through theatrical projects, and they entered into marriage in that year, subsequent to Brigitte Macron's separation.

She finished her account by expressing that the false claims have created a "storm that does not cease" for Brigitte Macron.