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Brigitte Macron's child, her daughter, informed a judicial body in Paris that inaccurate assertions spread through social media—including the unfounded rumor that Brigitte Macron was born a man—have severely damaged her mother's personal well-being.

Auzière, a legal professional, was called as a testifier in the legal proceedings of a group of defendants facing charges for online harassment against Brigitte Macron.

Impact on Daily Life

Auzière explained that Brigitte Macron now feels perpetual anxiety about her appearance, from her fashion choices to how she stands, as a result of the concern that each snapshot might be misused to fuel malicious comments.

"The consequence is that she constantly must be cautious to her clothing, her body language, irrespective of her activities in day-to-day existence," she told the court.

Those on Trial and Allegations

Eight men and two women, between 41 and 60 years old, are facing charges for digital abuse. Some had limited online influence, while others were better known.

Every defendant is accused of posting harmful statements about Brigitte Macron's gender and sexuality. In certain cases, this extended to linking the disparity in years with her husband to offensive labels.

Upon being found guilty, they could receive a maximum of two years in prison.

Effect on Relatives

She, a family member from her mother's previous marriage, explained how the inaccurate allegations have caused a "decline of her health" and a "worsening of her daily happiness".

She explained, "Hardly a day passes when someone avoids discussing the issue to her."

Auzière emphasized the repercussions on her relatives, for example the kids being exposed to false assertions like "Brigitte is lying" or "She is actually a man".

"She does not know how to stop it," Auzière testified. "She didn't run for election, she never asked for anything, and she is continually subjected to this abuse."

Judicial Proceedings Background

This case represents a recent development in a extended court case targeting the false claim that Brigitte Macron is supposedly male.

They have also filed a legal action in the United States for defamation against a media personality who promoted the theory.

The legal filing clarifies that the accusation is completely false and points out that the person cited is actually her older brother.

Defendants' Responses

During the trial, several defendants rejected the allegations.

• An individual, holding a public position, asserted he "had no purpose to hurt anyone" and referred to his posts as humorous.
• A fiction writer argued that his posts were meant to be "irony" and voiced worry that the legal action could threaten "free speech".
• A third defendant said he posted information because he felt it was a worldwide topic with "impact on the nation".

Personal History

The baseless rumor about Brigitte Macron's gender spread in part because their union has long been a point of interest in digital spaces.

She, who is two decades older than the president, first met him when working as a teacher at the institution he attended.

Their relationship grew through the school's theatre programme, and they wed in the following year, after Brigitte Macron's marriage dissolution.

Auzière wrapped up her statement by stating that the inaccurate allegations have created a "storm that does not cease" for the first lady.