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Brigitte Macron's child, her daughter, informed a tribunal in Paris that misleading allegations online—among them the baseless theory that she is transgender—have negatively impacted her mother's quality of life.

She, a attorney, was called as a witness in the trial of 10 individuals facing charges for online harassment directed at Brigitte Macron.

Consequences on Personal Routine

She explained that her mother now worries constantly about her demeanor, including her fashion choices to the way she carries herself, due to the fear that each snapshot may be misused to advance hateful attacks.

"The outcome is that she constantly must be cautious to her clothing, her posture, no matter what her actions in everyday routine," Auzière testified.

Those on Trial and Allegations

The defendants, aged 41 to 60, are on trial for internet-based bullying. Several had a small social media following, while several more were more prominent.

All is accused of spreading defamatory content about Brigitte Macron's identity. In certain cases, this extended to linking the age gap with Emmanuel Macron to inappropriate terms.

If found responsible, they may be sentenced to as much as 24 months in prison.

Consequences for Loved Ones

She, one of three children from Brigitte Macron's previous marriage, stated how the false claims have caused a "deterioration of her physical state" and a "worsening of her quality of life".

She said, "Not a day goes by when an individual fails to mention these claims to her."

She highlighted the repercussions on the family, including her grandchildren being exposed to false assertions like "Brigitte is not truthful" or "Your grandmother is actually a man".

"She is unsure how to stop it," Auzière remarked. "She holds no office, she has not sought anything, and she is continually experiencing these attacks."

Court Case Context

This case is the latest phase in a wider judicial fight addressing the baseless theory that the first lady is supposedly a man.

The couple have initiated a legal action in the United States over false statements involving a conservative podcaster who promoted the allegation.

The case states that the allegation is totally unfounded and identifies that the name mentioned is really Brigitte Macron's older brother.

Accused Individuals' Statements

In court, some of the accused rejected the accusations.

• An individual, now a deputy mayor, asserted he "had no purpose to cause harm" and referred to his online statements as humorous.
• A well-known publicist stated that his social media shares were intended as "irony" and voiced worry that the case could undermine "the right to speak freely".
• Another individual explained he disseminated posts as he believed it was a worldwide topic with "consequences for France".

Personal History

The inaccurate claim regarding the first lady's sex circulated in part because the Macrons' relationship has often been a point of interest online.

The first lady, being significantly older than Emmanuel Macron, originally knew Emmanuel Macron when serving as a instructor at his school.

Their bond grew through theatrical projects, and they entered into marriage in the following year, after Brigitte Macron's divorce.

She wrapped up her statement by expressing that the false claims have caused a "whirlwind that continues endlessly" for the first lady.