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Brigitte Macron's child, her daughter, has told a Paris court that inaccurate assertions spread through social media—such as the groundless claim that Brigitte Macron was born a man—have negatively impacted her mother's personal well-being.

Auzière, a attorney, was called as a testifier in the legal proceedings of ten people accused of digital bullying directed at the first lady.

Effects on Daily Life

She testified that Brigitte Macron now worries constantly about her appearance, from her attire to how she stands, due to the fear that each snapshot might be misused to advance negative campaigns.

"The consequence is that she systematically needs to be careful to what she wears, her body language, no matter what she's doing in day-to-day existence," Auzière informed the judges.

Defendants and Allegations

Ten individuals, between 41 and 60 years old, are on trial for digital abuse. Several had modest digital reach, while the rest were better known.

Every defendant is charged with posting harmful statements about the first lady's gender and sexuality. In certain cases, this extended to equating the age gap with Emmanuel Macron to hurtful comparisons.

Upon being found guilty, they may be sentenced to as much as 24 months in incarceration.

Family Impact

Auzière, a family member from Brigitte Macron's initial union, explained how the false claims have led to a "decline of her health" and a "deterioration of her overall existence".

She explained, "Not a day goes by when a person does not talk these claims to her."

She pointed out the repercussions on loved ones, such as her grandchildren learning about malicious statements like "Your grandmother is not truthful" or "She was born male".

"She has no idea how to stop it," Auzière testified. "She didn't run for election, she never asked for anything, and she is constantly experiencing these assaults."

Legal Battle Background

The legal proceedings represents a recent development in a extended court case against the false claim that she is male.

The Macrons have pursued a US lawsuit alleging slander targeting a political commentator who promoted the theory.

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

Trial Testimonies

In court, a few individuals disputed the accusations.

• An individual, holding a public position, claimed he "had no purpose to hurt anyone" and referred to his social media content as humorous.
• A fiction writer stated that his online activity were intended as "humor" and highlighted apprehension that the case could undermine "the right to speak freely".
• Another individual said he shared posts since he thought it was a worldwide topic with "implications for the country".

Relationship Background

The inaccurate claim regarding Brigitte Macron's identity circulated to some extent because their union has long been a point of interest on the internet.

She, aged two decades older than Emmanuel Macron, initially encountered Emmanuel Macron when serving as a instructor at the institution he attended.

Their relationship evolved through drama activities, and they married in the following year, after her separation.

Auzière concluded her testimony by expressing that the inaccurate allegations have created a "chaos that continues endlessly" for Brigitte Macron.