False Assertions Online Harmed Brigitte Macron's Quality of Life, Child Tells the Tribunal
Brigitte Macron's child, her daughter, testified to a judicial body in Paris that false claims circulating on the internet—including the unfounded rumor that the French first lady had a male birth identity—have severely damaged her mother's quality of life.
Auzière, a attorney, served as a testifier in the court case of ten people allegedly involved in internet-based abuse directed at Brigitte Macron.
Consequences on Everyday Activities
She stated that her mother now feels perpetual anxiety about her demeanor, including her fashion choices to how she stands, as a result of the apprehension that each snapshot may be misused to fuel malicious comments.
"The consequence is that she constantly needs to be careful to her outfits, how she holds herself, irrespective of her actions in her daily life," Auzière informed the judges.
Those on Trial and Allegations
The defendants, aged 41 to 60, are in court for online harassment. A few had a small social media following, while the rest were better known.
All is alleged to have making malicious comments about the first lady's personal life. Among them, this included linking the age gap with her husband to offensive labels.
Upon being found guilty, they may be sentenced to a maximum of two years in jail.
Consequences for Loved Ones
Auzière, a family member from Brigitte Macron's previous marriage, explained how the inaccurate allegations have caused a "worsening of her physical state" and a "decline of her quality of life".
She explained, "Hardly a day goes by when someone fails to mention this to her."
Auzière pointed out the repercussions on her relatives, for example the younger generation learning about false assertions like "Your grandmother is not truthful" or "Your grandmother is actually a man".
"She is unsure what to do about it," Auzière stated. "She holds no office, she never asked for anything, and she is continually facing this abuse."
Legal Battle Background
This case represents a recent development in a wider judicial fight addressing the baseless theory that she was male.
They have initiated a case in America over false statements involving a media personality who promoted the allegation.
The lawsuit clarifies that the allegation is totally unfounded and identifies that the individual referenced is really her brother.
Trial Testimonies
In court, some of the accused rejected the allegations.
- A retired business owner, holding a public position, asserted he "never intended to inflict damage" and described his online statements as satirical.
- A fiction writer claimed that his posts were presented as "humor" and voiced worry that the case could threaten "free speech".
- A third defendant explained he posted content as he believed it was an international matter with "consequences for France".
Personal History
The inaccurate claim about Brigitte Macron's sex gained traction in part because their marriage has long been a topic of comment on the internet.
Brigitte Macron, aged significantly older than her husband, originally knew Emmanuel Macron when she was a educator at his school.
Their relationship grew through drama activities, and they wed in that year, subsequent to her divorce.
Auzière wrapped up her testimony by stating that the inaccurate allegations have created a "whirlwind that does not cease" for Brigitte Macron.
