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Brigitte Macron's daughter, her daughter, testified to a Paris court that misleading allegations circulating on the internet—including the baseless theory that she had a male birth identity—have severely damaged her mother's daily existence.

Auzière, a legal professional, served as a witness in the trial of ten people allegedly involved in internet-based abuse targeting the first lady.

Effects on Personal Routine

Auzière explained that Brigitte Macron now worries constantly about her demeanor, including her fashion choices to how she stands, as a result of the concern that each snapshot may be manipulated to advance negative campaigns.

"The consequence is that she always must be cautious to what she wears, how she holds herself, regardless of she's doing in day-to-day existence," she told the court.

Defendants and Accusations

Ten individuals, between 41 and 60 years old, are in court for internet-based bullying. Some had modest digital reach, while several more were more visible.

Each one is accused of making malicious comments about the first lady's gender and sexuality. For some, this extended to comparing the disparity in years with the French president to inappropriate terms.

If found responsible, they could receive a maximum of two years in prison.

Consequences for Loved Ones

Auzière, a family member from Brigitte Macron's previous marriage, stated how the inaccurate allegations have resulted in a "deterioration of her well-being" and a "decline of her overall existence".

She said, "Scarcely a day passes when someone avoids discussing these claims to her."

Auzière emphasized the impact on the family, for example her grandchildren being exposed to false assertions like "Brigitte is not truthful" or "She was born male".

"She does not know what to do about it," Auzière testified. "She's not elected, she didn't pursue anything, and she is continually experiencing these attacks."

Court Case Background

The legal proceedings represents a recent development in a broader legal battle addressing the inaccurate allegation that she was transgender.

They have initiated a US lawsuit for defamation targeting a conservative podcaster who spread the theory.

The lawsuit asserts that the accusation is totally unfounded and points out that the individual referenced is really Brigitte Macron's sibling.

Trial Testimonies

In court, some of the accused disputed the accusations.

• One defendant, serving as a local official, asserted he "never intended to hurt anyone" and referred to his social media content as humorous.
• Another defendant claimed that his posts were intended as "satire" and highlighted apprehension that the trial could threaten "the right to speak freely".
• An art gallery owner testified he shared posts because he felt it was an international matter with "implications for the country".

Personal History

The baseless rumor about Brigitte Macron's gender gained traction partly because the Macrons' relationship has often been a subject of discussion online.

Brigitte Macron, being 24 years older than the president, initially encountered the future president when she was a educator at his secondary school.

Their relationship developed through the school's theatre programme, and they wed in the following year, subsequent to her marriage dissolution.

She concluded her statement by stating that the false claims have produced a "whirlwind that continues endlessly" for the first lady.