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Brigitte Macron's daughter, her daughter, testified to a judicial body in Paris that false claims circulating on the internet—such as the unfounded rumor that the French first lady is transgender—have severely damaged her mother's personal well-being.

She, a 41-year-old lawyer, served as a testifier in the court case of ten people allegedly involved in digital bullying against Brigitte Macron.

Consequences on Everyday Activities

She stated that Brigitte Macron now is always concerned about her appearance, such as her attire to the way she carries herself, due to the apprehension that every photograph might be distorted to advance malicious comments.

"The outcome is that she always has to pay attention to what she wears, her posture, irrespective of her activities in everyday routine," Auzière told the court.

Those on Trial and Charges

Ten individuals, in that age range, are on trial for digital abuse. Several had limited online influence, while others were more visible.

Each one is alleged to have making malicious comments about Brigitte Macron's gender and sexuality. Among them, this involved linking the age gap with the French president to hurtful comparisons.

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

Family Impact

Auzière, one of three children from her mother's initial union, stated how the false claims have resulted in a "worsening of her health" and a "decline of her daily happiness".

She said, "Hardly a day passes when an individual avoids discussing the issue to her."

She highlighted the impact on loved ones, such as the younger generation being exposed to hurtful comments like "Brigitte is not truthful" or "She is your grandfather".

"She does not know how to end it," she stated. "She holds no office, she didn't pursue any of this, and she is continually subjected to these assaults."

Court Case Background

The Paris trial is the latest phase in a extended court case addressing the inaccurate allegation that Brigitte Macron is transgender.

The couple have initiated a legal action in the United States over false statements targeting a political commentator who spread the claim.

The lawsuit states that the claim is totally unfounded and points out that the name mentioned is really her brother.

Trial Testimonies

Throughout the proceedings, some of the accused rejected the allegations.

• One defendant, now a deputy mayor, claimed he "had no purpose to cause harm" and referred to his social media content as ironic.
• A well-known publicist argued that his posts were intended as "humor" and highlighted apprehension that the legal action could threaten "freedom of expression".
• An art gallery owner explained he shared posts because he felt it was a worldwide topic with "consequences for France".

Past Context

The false theory about the first lady's sex spread in part because the Macrons' relationship has often been a topic of comment in digital spaces.

She, who is 24 years older than Emmanuel Macron, initially encountered Emmanuel Macron when she was a instructor at the institution he attended.

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

She concluded her statement by saying that the false claims have created a "chaos that continues endlessly" for Brigitte Macron.