Inaccurate Claims on Social Media Negatively Impacted Brigitte Macron's Daily Life, Child Informs Court

Brigitte Macron's child, Tiphaine Auzière, testified to a tribunal in Paris that false claims spread through social media—including the baseless theory that she was born a man—have negatively impacted her mother's personal well-being.

She, a attorney, served as a witness in the trial of ten people allegedly involved in online harassment against her mother.

Consequences on Everyday Activities

She testified that Brigitte Macron now is always concerned about her demeanor, including her attire to her posture, as a result of the apprehension that each snapshot might be misused to advance hateful attacks.

"The consequence is that she always has to pay attention to what she wears, her body language, irrespective of her actions in day-to-day existence," Auzière informed the judges.

Defendants and Allegations

Eight men and two women, in that age range, are in court for online harassment. Some had limited online influence, while others were more prominent.

Each one is charged with posting harmful statements about Brigitte Macron's gender and sexuality. In certain cases, this involved comparing the age gap with the French president to inappropriate terms.

If found responsible, they could receive as much as 24 months in incarceration.

Consequences for Loved Ones

Auzière, one of three children from her mother's previous marriage, stated how the baseless rumors have led to a "decline of her physical state" and a "worsening of her quality of life".

She explained, "Not a day passes when a person fails to mention this to her."

She emphasized the impact on loved ones, for example the younger generation hearing hurtful comments like "She is not truthful" or "Your grandmother was born male".

"She does not know how to end it," she stated. "She's not elected, she didn't pursue anything, and she is constantly subjected to these attacks."

Legal Battle Background

The legal proceedings represents a recent development in a extended court case targeting the false claim that she is transgender.

They have pursued a US lawsuit alleging slander involving a media personality who spread the claim.

The legal filing asserts that the claim is totally unfounded and points out that the person cited is in fact her brother.

Accused Individuals' Statements

During the trial, a few individuals denied the allegations.

• One defendant, now a deputy mayor, asserted he "did not mean to cause harm" and referred to his posts as humorous.
• Another defendant stated that his online activity were intended as "irony" and voiced worry that the trial could undermine "free speech".
• A third defendant said he posted information because he felt it was an international matter with "implications for the country".

Relationship Background

The inaccurate claim about the first lady's identity spread in part because their union has long been a topic of comment in digital spaces.

The first lady, being 24 years older than the president, initially encountered the future president when she was a educator at his secondary school.

The connection between them grew through theatrical projects, and they married in the following year, subsequent to Brigitte Macron's marriage dissolution.

She wrapped up her account by stating that the inaccurate allegations have produced a "whirlwind that does not cease" for Brigitte Macron.