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The French first lady's child, her daughter, informed a Paris court that false claims spread through social media—including the groundless claim that she is transgender—have negatively impacted her mother's personal well-being.

She, a legal professional, appeared as a witness in the legal proceedings of ten people allegedly involved in internet-based abuse targeting Brigitte Macron.

Consequences on Daily Life

She testified that her mother now worries constantly about her demeanor, from her attire to her posture, as a result of the apprehension that every photograph may be manipulated to fuel negative campaigns.

"The consequence is that she always has to pay attention to her clothing, her posture, no matter what her activities in everyday routine," she informed the judges.

Those on Trial and Allegations

Eight men and two women, in that age range, are in court for digital abuse. Some had a small social media following, while the rest were more prominent.

Every defendant is accused of spreading defamatory content about Brigitte Macron's personal life. In certain cases, this involved comparing her age difference with the French president to inappropriate terms.

Upon being found guilty, they could receive up to two years in incarceration.

Consequences for Loved Ones

Auzière, one of three children from her mother's previous marriage, explained how the baseless rumors have resulted in a "decline of her health" and a "worsening of her daily happiness".

She said, "Scarcely a day goes by when someone fails to mention the issue to her."

Auzière pointed out the impact on loved ones, including the kids learning about malicious statements like "She is lying" or "Your grandmother is your grandfather".

"She does not know how to end it," she stated. "She holds no office, she has not sought public attention, and she is constantly experiencing this abuse."

Legal Battle Background

The Paris trial represents a recent development in a broader legal battle targeting the baseless theory that she is supposedly a man.

The couple have pursued a case in America for defamation involving a conservative podcaster who amplified the allegation.

The legal filing asserts that the accusation is completely false and notes that the name mentioned is really her sibling.

Defendants' Responses

In court, some of the accused disputed the allegations.

• An individual, now a deputy mayor, asserted he "did not mean to inflict damage" and referred to his posts as satirical.
• A well-known publicist argued that his online activity were meant to be "humor" and highlighted apprehension that the case could threaten "free speech".
• Another individual said he posted posts as he believed it was an international matter with "implications for the country".

Relationship Background

The inaccurate claim concerning Brigitte Macron's gender spread to some extent because their union has often been a point of interest in digital spaces.

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

Their relationship developed through theatrical projects, and they wed in that year, subsequent to Brigitte Macron's divorce.

Auzière wrapped up her statement by expressing that the baseless rumors have created a "chaos that does not cease" for her mother.