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Brigitte Macron's daughter, her daughter, testified to a Paris court that false claims circulating on the internet—such as the baseless theory that Brigitte Macron had a male birth identity—have severely damaged her mother's personal well-being.

She, a 41-year-old lawyer, served as a testifier in the trial of a group of defendants accused of internet-based abuse directed at her mother.

Impact on Personal Routine

She stated that her mother now worries constantly about how she looks, from the clothes she wears to her posture, as a result of the fear that every photograph may be misused to fuel malicious comments.

"The consequence is that she constantly has to pay attention to her outfits, her posture, irrespective of her activities in her daily life," Auzière informed the judges.

Accused Individuals and Accusations

The defendants, between 41 and 60 years old, are in court for digital abuse. Several had limited online influence, while several more were more visible.

Every defendant is charged with making malicious comments about the first lady's identity. In certain cases, this included equating the age gap with her husband to inappropriate terms.

If convicted, they face up to two years in prison.

Effect on Relatives

She, one of three children from Brigitte Macron's first marriage, stated how the inaccurate allegations have led to a "worsening of her health" and a "deterioration of her overall existence".

She testified, "Not a day goes by when an individual does not talk these claims to her."

Auzière pointed out the impact on her relatives, for example the younger generation being exposed to hurtful comments like "Brigitte is lying" or "Your grandmother is your grandfather".

"She is unsure how to end it," Auzière stated. "She's not elected, she has not sought anything, and she is permanently subjected to these attacks."

Judicial Proceedings Context

This case represents a recent development in a extended court case addressing the false claim that the first lady was transgender.

The Macrons have initiated a case in America over false statements involving a conservative podcaster who promoted the theory.

The case asserts that the accusation is completely false and points out that the individual referenced is in fact her older brother.

Accused Individuals' Statements

In court, a few individuals disputed the charges.

• A retired business owner, now a deputy mayor, asserted he "had no purpose to hurt anyone" and referred to his online statements as humorous.
• A fiction writer stated that his social media shares were meant to be "satire" and voiced worry that the case could threaten "freedom of expression".
• An art gallery owner explained he posted information since he thought it was an international matter with "implications for the country".

Personal History

The false theory concerning the first lady's gender spread to some extent because the Macrons' relationship has frequently been a point of interest on the internet.

She, aged significantly older than her husband, first met Emmanuel Macron when working as a teacher at his secondary school.

Their relationship grew through drama activities, and they wed in the following year, subsequent to her marriage dissolution.

Auzière wrapped up her account by stating that the false claims have caused a "whirlwind that never stops" for Brigitte Macron.