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Brigitte Macron's daughter, Tiphaine Auzière, has told a Paris court that inaccurate assertions spread through social media—such as the baseless theory that the French first lady is transgender—have significantly harmed her mother's personal well-being.

She, a legal professional, served as a witness in the trial of 10 individuals facing charges for internet-based abuse directed at her mother.

Consequences on Personal Routine

Auzière stated that the first lady now feels perpetual anxiety about how she looks, such as the clothes she wears to her posture, as a result of the concern that each snapshot may be misused to advance malicious comments.

"The outcome is that she constantly needs to be careful to what she wears, her posture, no matter what she's doing in her daily life," she told the court.

Accused Individuals and Allegations

Ten individuals, in that age range, are on trial for online harassment. Some had limited online influence, while the rest were more prominent.

Every defendant is charged with posting harmful statements about the first lady's personal life. In certain cases, this involved linking the disparity in years with Emmanuel Macron to inappropriate terms.

Upon being found guilty, they may be sentenced to a maximum of two years in prison.

Family Impact

Auzière, a family member from her mother's previous marriage, stated how the inaccurate allegations have caused a "decline of her well-being" and a "decline of her overall existence".

She said, "Scarcely a day passes when a person fails to mention these claims to her."

She pointed out the repercussions on her relatives, including the younger generation learning about hurtful comments like "Brigitte is deceptive" or "She is actually a man".

"She does not know how to end it," she testified. "She didn't run for election, she has not sought public attention, and she is permanently facing these assaults."

Legal Battle Background

The Paris trial is the latest phase in a wider judicial fight addressing the false claim that Brigitte Macron was male.

The Macrons have pursued a US lawsuit over false statements against a conservative podcaster who amplified the allegation.

The lawsuit states that the allegation is completely false and notes that the individual referenced is in fact her older brother.

Defendants' Responses

Throughout the proceedings, several defendants denied the accusations.

• One defendant, serving as a local official, asserted he "did not mean to hurt anyone" and described his social media content as humorous.
• A well-known publicist argued that his online activity were meant to be "irony" and expressed concern that the case could endanger "free speech".
• Another individual testified he disseminated posts since he thought it was an international matter with "consequences for France".

Past Context

The baseless rumor concerning Brigitte Macron's gender spread partly because the Macrons' relationship has often been a point of interest online.

She, aged 24 years older than Emmanuel Macron, initially encountered the future president when working as a instructor at his secondary school.

Their bond developed through theatrical projects, and they wed in the following year, subsequent to Brigitte Macron's marriage dissolution.

She wrapped up her statement by saying that the inaccurate allegations have caused a "storm that continues endlessly" for Brigitte Macron.