🔗 Share this article False Assertions on Social Media Damaged Brigitte Macron's Daily Life, Daughter Informs the Tribunal The French first lady's daughter, her daughter, has told a judicial body in Paris that inaccurate assertions online—such as the unfounded rumor that the French first lady was born a man—have severely damaged her mother's daily existence. Auzière, a attorney, was called as a testifier in the trial of 10 individuals allegedly involved in online harassment directed at her mother. Effects on Everyday Activities She stated that her mother now is always concerned about her demeanor, such as her fashion choices to the way she carries herself, because of the apprehension that any image could be distorted to fuel negative campaigns. "The outcome is that she always needs to be careful to her outfits, her body language, no matter what she's doing in her daily life," she told the court. Defendants and Charges The defendants, aged 41 to 60, are facing charges for internet-based bullying. Some had modest digital reach, while the rest were more prominent. Every defendant is alleged to have making malicious comments about the first lady's identity. In certain cases, this extended to linking her age difference with Emmanuel Macron to inappropriate terms. If convicted, they may be sentenced to a maximum of two years in prison. Effect on Relatives She, a daughter from her mother's initial union, explained how the false claims have led to a "decline of her health" and a "worsening of her quality of life". She said, "Not a day passes when a person does not talk the issue to her." Auzière highlighted the repercussions on the family, for example the younger generation hearing malicious statements like "She is deceptive" or "She is your grandfather". "She is unsure how to stop it," Auzière stated. "She didn't run for election, she didn't pursue any of this, and she is continually facing these attacks." Court Case History The legal proceedings represents a recent development in a extended court case addressing the baseless theory that Brigitte Macron is a man. The Macrons have initiated a US lawsuit over false statements targeting a media personality who amplified the theory. The lawsuit states that the accusation is totally unfounded and notes that the person cited is really her older brother. Accused Individuals' Statements In court, some of the accused rejected the charges. An individual, now a deputy mayor, claimed he "had no purpose to hurt anyone" and described his online statements as satirical. A well-known publicist argued that his social media shares were intended as "irony" and highlighted apprehension that the trial could undermine "the right to speak freely". Another individual said he shared content since he thought it was an international matter with "consequences for France". Personal History The false theory regarding Brigitte Macron's sex circulated partly because their union has often been a topic of comment online. Brigitte Macron, who is 24 years older than her husband, initially encountered the future president when she was a teacher at the institution he attended. Their relationship evolved through theatrical projects, and they wed in 2007, subsequent to Brigitte Macron's separation. Auzière wrapped up her account by expressing that the false claims have created a "chaos that does not cease" for her mother.