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Brigitte Macron's daughter, her daughter, testified to a Paris court that inaccurate assertions spread through social media—such as the groundless claim that Brigitte Macron had a male birth identity—have negatively impacted her mother's daily existence.

Auzière, a legal professional, appeared as a witness in the trial of ten people accused of digital bullying directed at Brigitte Macron.

Consequences on Daily Life

Auzière stated that Brigitte Macron now feels perpetual anxiety about how she looks, including her fashion choices to the way she carries herself, due to the fear that each snapshot could be distorted to advance negative campaigns.

"The consequence is that she systematically has to pay attention to her clothing, how she holds herself, no matter what her actions in her daily life," Auzière informed the judges.

Accused Individuals and Accusations

The defendants, aged 41 to 60, are facing charges for internet-based bullying. Some had modest digital reach, while several more were more visible.

All is accused of spreading defamatory content about Brigitte Macron's personal life. For some, this extended to linking her age difference with Emmanuel Macron to hurtful comparisons.

Upon being found guilty, they face as much as 24 months in incarceration.

Family Impact

She, one of three children from her mother's previous marriage, stated how the inaccurate allegations have caused a "worsening of her health" and a "deterioration of her daily happiness".

She testified, "Hardly a day passes when someone fails to mention these claims to her."

Auzière pointed out the repercussions on the family, for example the kids learning about false assertions like "Brigitte is deceptive" or "Your grandmother is actually a man".

"She does not know what to do about it," Auzière testified. "She didn't run for election, she never asked for anything, and she is constantly experiencing these attacks."

Legal Battle History

This case is part of an ongoing effort in a broader legal battle against the baseless theory that the first lady was transgender.

They have initiated a legal action in the United States over false statements targeting a media personality who amplified the allegation.

The legal filing states that the accusation is completely false and notes that the person cited is in fact Brigitte Macron's older brother.

Defendants' Responses

During the trial, some of the accused disputed the allegations.

• An individual, serving as a local official, claimed he "did not mean to hurt anyone" and referred to his posts as humorous.
• A fiction writer stated that his social media shares were presented as "satire" and voiced worry that the legal action could undermine "free speech".
• A third defendant explained he posted content because he felt it was an international matter with "implications for the country".

Personal History

The baseless rumor concerning the first lady's sex spread to some extent because their union has long been a subject of discussion online.

Brigitte Macron, aged two decades older than the president, first met the future president when she was a teacher at his secondary school.

Their relationship evolved through theatrical projects, and they wed in that year, following her separation.

She concluded her testimony by stating that the baseless rumors have caused a "whirlwind that does not cease" for Brigitte Macron.