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The French first lady's daughter, Tiphaine Auzière, has told a Paris court that inaccurate assertions online—such as the unfounded rumor that Brigitte Macron had a male birth identity—have negatively impacted her mother's daily existence.

She, a attorney, appeared as a testifier in the court case of ten people allegedly involved in online harassment against Brigitte Macron.

Effects on Daily Life

She explained that Brigitte Macron now feels perpetual anxiety about her appearance, from her fashion choices to how she stands, as a result of the apprehension that each snapshot could be manipulated to support negative campaigns.

"The outcome is that she constantly needs to be careful to what she wears, her posture, regardless of her actions in day-to-day existence," Auzière informed the judges.

Those on Trial and Accusations

The defendants, between 41 and 60 years old, are in court for internet-based bullying. Some had a small social media following, while others were more visible.

Each one is accused of spreading defamatory content about Brigitte Macron's personal life. In certain cases, this extended to comparing her age difference with Emmanuel Macron to offensive labels.

Upon being found guilty, they face a maximum of two years in jail.

Consequences for Loved Ones

She, a family member from Brigitte Macron's first marriage, stated how the inaccurate allegations have resulted in a "deterioration of her well-being" and a "decline of her quality of life".

She testified, "Scarcely a day goes by when someone does not talk these claims to her."

She emphasized the effects on the family, such as her grandchildren being exposed to hurtful comments like "Your grandmother is not truthful" or "Your grandmother was born male".

"She does not know how to stop it," she stated. "She didn't run for election, she never asked for any of this, and she is continually experiencing these assaults."

Legal Battle Background

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

The Macrons have pursued a case in America alleging slander involving a conservative podcaster who promoted the theory.

The case states that the allegation is totally unfounded and notes that the person cited is really Brigitte Macron's older brother.

Accused Individuals' Statements

During the trial, a few individuals disputed the allegations.

• One defendant, holding a public position, stated he "never intended to hurt anyone" and referred to his social media content as ironic.
• A fiction writer stated that his posts were intended as "humor" and highlighted apprehension that the case could undermine "freedom of expression".
• Another individual said he posted information as he believed it was a global issue with "consequences for France".

Personal History

The false theory regarding Brigitte Macron's gender gained traction to some extent because their union has often been a topic of comment in digital spaces.

The first lady, aged two decades older than Emmanuel Macron, originally knew the future president when she was a instructor at the institution he attended.

Their relationship grew through drama activities, and they married in that year, after Brigitte Macron's divorce.

She concluded her statement by stating that the false claims have caused a "chaos that continues endlessly" for Brigitte Macron.