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Brigitte Macron's child, her daughter, has told a judicial body in Paris that false claims spread through social media—such as the baseless theory that she was born a man—have significantly harmed her mother's daily existence.

She, a attorney, was called as a witness in the court case of ten people facing charges for digital bullying directed at the first lady.

Effects on Personal Routine

She stated that the first lady now is always concerned about how she looks, such as her attire to how she stands, due to the fear that every photograph might be manipulated to fuel hateful attacks.

"The outcome is that she always needs to be careful to her outfits, how she holds herself, no matter what her activities in everyday routine," Auzière informed the judges.

Those on Trial and Charges

Ten individuals, in that age range, are facing charges for digital abuse. Some had a small social media following, while the rest were more visible.

Every defendant is accused of posting harmful statements about the first lady's personal life. Among them, this extended to equating her age difference with Emmanuel Macron to hurtful comparisons.

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

Effect on Relatives

Auzière, one of three children from Brigitte Macron's previous marriage, explained how the inaccurate allegations have resulted in a "worsening of her physical state" and a "worsening of her quality of life".

She testified, "Scarcely a day goes by when someone avoids discussing the issue to her."

Auzière pointed out the effects on the family, including the kids being exposed to false assertions like "Brigitte is deceptive" or "Your grandmother was born male".

"She is unsure how to stop it," Auzière testified. "She holds no office, she has not sought any of this, and she is continually facing these attacks."

Judicial Proceedings Context

The legal proceedings is part of an ongoing effort in a extended court case addressing the baseless theory that the first lady is transgender.

They have pursued a legal action in the United States for defamation targeting a political commentator who spread the theory.

The legal filing clarifies that the accusation is completely false and points out that the person cited is really her brother.

Trial Testimonies

Throughout the proceedings, a few individuals denied the charges.

• A retired business owner, serving as a local official, asserted he "had no purpose to cause harm" and described his posts as humorous.
• A fiction writer argued that his posts were intended as "satire" and highlighted apprehension that the case could undermine "free speech".
• An art gallery owner testified he disseminated posts as he believed it was a worldwide topic with "implications for the country".

Relationship Background

The false theory concerning Brigitte Macron's sex spread in part because the Macrons' relationship has long been a subject of discussion online.

The first lady, aged 24 years older than the president, first met the future president when serving as a educator at his secondary school.

The connection between them grew through the school's theatre programme, and they wed in 2007, subsequent to Brigitte Macron's marriage dissolution.

Auzière wrapped up her account by saying that the false claims have created a "whirlwind that continues endlessly" for Brigitte Macron.