False Allegations on Social Media Negatively Impacted Brigitte Macron's Quality of Life, Child Tells Judges

Brigitte Macron's daughter, her daughter, informed a judicial body in Paris that false claims online—among them the groundless claim that Brigitte Macron had a male birth identity—have negatively impacted her mother's quality of life.

Auzière, a attorney, appeared as a witness in the court case of 10 individuals allegedly involved in digital bullying targeting Brigitte Macron.

Consequences on Personal Routine

Auzière testified that Brigitte Macron now feels perpetual anxiety about her appearance, from her attire to the way she carries herself, as a result of the fear that each snapshot may be distorted to fuel negative campaigns.

"The result is that she systematically needs to be careful to what she wears, her posture, no matter what her actions in everyday routine," Auzière informed the judges.

Those on Trial and Allegations

Eight men and two women, in that age range, are on trial for online harassment. Some had limited online influence, while others were more prominent.

All is charged with posting harmful statements about Brigitte Macron's gender and sexuality. For some, this extended to comparing the disparity in years with her husband to offensive labels.

Upon being found guilty, they face up to two years in prison.

Family Impact

She, a family member from her mother's initial union, stated how the inaccurate allegations have resulted in a "decline of her well-being" and a "worsening of her daily happiness".

She testified, "Hardly a day passes when a person fails to mention this to her."

Auzière highlighted the repercussions on her relatives, such as the kids hearing malicious statements like "She is lying" or "She was born male".

"She has no idea how to end it," she remarked. "She's not elected, she has not sought public attention, and she is permanently facing this abuse."

Judicial Proceedings Context

The Paris trial is part of an ongoing effort in a wider judicial fight addressing the inaccurate allegation that she is transgender.

They have initiated a legal action in the United States alleging slander involving a political commentator who amplified the theory.

The lawsuit states that the allegation is entirely inaccurate and identifies that the name mentioned is really her older brother.

Defendants' Responses

In court, a few individuals disputed the accusations.

• One defendant, serving as a local official, stated he "did not mean to inflict damage" and referred to his social media content as ironic.
• Another defendant argued that his online activity were presented as "irony" and expressed concern that the legal action could threaten "the right to speak freely".
• An art gallery owner explained he disseminated posts since he thought it was a global issue with "impact on the nation".

Relationship Background

The inaccurate claim regarding the first lady's sex circulated to some extent because their marriage has frequently been a point of interest on the internet.

She, who is two decades older than the president, initially encountered him when working as a instructor at his secondary school.

Their relationship developed through the school's theatre programme, and they wed in 2007, subsequent to Brigitte Macron's divorce.

Auzière finished her statement by expressing that the inaccurate allegations have caused a "storm that does not cease" for Brigitte Macron.