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Brigitte Macron's child, her daughter, has told a judicial body in Paris that inaccurate assertions circulating on the internet—such as the baseless theory that the French first lady was born a man—have severely damaged her mother's personal well-being.

Auzière, a 41-year-old lawyer, appeared as a witness in the court case of ten people facing charges for digital bullying directed at her mother.

Effects on Personal Routine

She explained that Brigitte Macron now is always concerned about how she looks, including her attire to her posture, as a result of the fear that each snapshot might be misused to advance negative campaigns.

"The result is that she systematically needs to be careful to what she wears, her body language, regardless of her activities in everyday routine," Auzière testified.

Those on Trial and Charges

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

Each one is charged with making malicious comments about Brigitte Macron's gender and sexuality. Among them, this involved equating the age gap with Emmanuel Macron to inappropriate terms.

Upon being found guilty, they face as much as 24 months in jail.

Effect on Relatives

Auzière, a family member from her mother's initial union, stated how the false claims have resulted in a "decline of her well-being" and a "worsening of her overall existence".

She explained, "Hardly a day goes by when a person avoids discussing these claims to her."

Auzière highlighted the repercussions on the family, including the kids learning about false assertions like "Brigitte is not truthful" or "She is your grandfather".

"She does not know how to stop it," she remarked. "She holds no office, she didn't pursue any of this, and she is constantly facing these attacks."

Judicial Proceedings History

The Paris trial represents a recent development in a broader legal battle against the false claim that she is transgender.

The Macrons have initiated a case in America over false statements against a conservative podcaster who amplified the allegation.

The case clarifies that the allegation is entirely inaccurate and identifies that the individual referenced is in fact her sibling.

Accused Individuals' Statements

Throughout the proceedings, several defendants denied the charges.

• An individual, serving as a local official, asserted he "never intended to inflict damage" and described his social media content as humorous.
• A well-known publicist claimed that his online activity were presented as "irony" and voiced worry that the legal action could threaten "freedom of expression".
• An art gallery owner testified he disseminated information since he thought it was a worldwide topic with "implications for the country".

Personal History

The false theory concerning the first lady's sex gained traction in part because the Macrons' relationship has frequently been a subject of discussion on the internet.

Brigitte Macron, aged two decades older than her husband, first met him when working as a teacher at his secondary school.

Their relationship grew through drama activities, and they wed in that year, following Brigitte Macron's divorce.

She concluded her account by expressing that the false claims have caused a "storm that does not cease" for her mother.