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Brigitte Macron's daughter, Tiphaine Auzière, informed a judicial body in Paris that misleading allegations circulating on the internet—such as the baseless theory that the French first lady was born a man—have negatively impacted her mother's quality of life.

She, a attorney, appeared as a witness in the trial of ten people accused of online harassment directed at her mother.

Consequences on Daily Life

Auzière testified that her mother now worries constantly about her demeanor, including her attire to how she stands, due to the apprehension that every photograph could be misused to advance hateful attacks.

"The consequence is that she systematically must be cautious to her clothing, her posture, irrespective of her activities in everyday routine," she testified.

Accused Individuals and Allegations

Ten individuals, between 41 and 60 years old, are facing charges for online harassment. Several had limited online influence, while the rest were more visible.

Every defendant is accused of spreading defamatory content about Brigitte Macron's gender and sexuality. In certain cases, this involved comparing her age difference with Emmanuel Macron to inappropriate terms.

If found responsible, they face up to two years in prison.

Family Impact

Auzière, a family member from her mother's first marriage, explained how the false claims have led to a "decline of her health" and a "decline of her quality of life".

She testified, "Hardly a day passes when someone avoids discussing these claims to her."

Auzière pointed out the impact on loved ones, for example her grandchildren being exposed to malicious statements like "Brigitte is deceptive" 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 experiencing this abuse."

Judicial Proceedings Context

This case is part of an ongoing effort in a extended court case targeting the false claim that the first lady is supposedly transgender.

The Macrons have also filed a case in America alleging slander against a conservative podcaster who spread the allegation.

The legal filing clarifies that the claim is totally unfounded and points out that the person cited is actually Brigitte Macron's brother.

Trial Testimonies

Throughout the proceedings, a few individuals rejected the charges.

• An individual, now a deputy mayor, claimed he "did not mean to inflict damage" and described his posts as satirical.
• A fiction writer claimed that his posts were intended as "irony" and highlighted apprehension that the legal action could undermine "the right to speak freely".
• A third defendant testified he disseminated posts as he believed it was a worldwide topic with "consequences for France".

Personal History

The false theory regarding the first lady's sex circulated partly because their union has often been a topic of comment in digital spaces.

The first lady, who is significantly older than her husband, initially encountered him when working as a teacher at his school.

The connection between them developed through theatrical projects, and they married in 2007, subsequent to Brigitte Macron's divorce.

She wrapped up her account by expressing that the inaccurate allegations have created a "whirlwind that never stops" for Brigitte Macron.