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Brigitte Macron's child, Tiphaine Auzière, informed a tribunal in Paris that inaccurate assertions online—such as the unfounded rumor that the French first lady was born a man—have significantly harmed her mother's daily existence.

Auzière, a attorney, was called as a testifier in the court case of ten people allegedly involved in online harassment against her mother.

Consequences on Daily Life

Auzière stated that the first lady now is always concerned about her appearance, from her fashion choices to how she stands, because of the concern that each snapshot might be distorted to advance malicious comments.

"The outcome is that she systematically has to pay attention to her clothing, her body language, irrespective of her actions in her daily life," she informed the judges.

Those on Trial and Charges

Eight men and two women, between 41 and 60 years old, are in court for online harassment. Some had modest digital reach, while others were more prominent.

Each one is accused of posting harmful statements about Brigitte Macron's identity. For some, this included equating the disparity in years with the French president to offensive labels.

If found responsible, they may be sentenced to up to two years in prison.

Effect on Relatives

Auzière, a daughter from her mother's first marriage, explained how the false claims have caused a "deterioration of her physical state" and a "decline of her daily happiness".

She explained, "Scarcely a day goes by when an individual avoids discussing these claims to her."

Auzière pointed out the effects on the family, including the kids being exposed to false assertions like "Brigitte is lying" or "Your grandmother is actually a man".

"She does not know how to stop it," Auzière stated. "She didn't run for election, she didn't pursue public attention, and she is continually experiencing these assaults."

Court Case History

This case is part of an ongoing effort in a broader legal battle addressing the baseless theory that the first lady is a man.

They have also filed a case in America alleging slander involving a political commentator who amplified the allegation.

The case asserts that the accusation is totally unfounded and points out that the individual referenced is in fact her sibling.

Accused Individuals' Statements

In court, several defendants denied the charges.

• An individual, holding a public position, asserted he "did not mean to inflict damage" and referred to his posts as satirical.
• Another defendant stated that his online activity were presented as "satire" and voiced worry that the case could undermine "the right to speak freely".
• A third defendant said he disseminated content because he felt it was a global issue with "implications for the country".

Personal History

The false theory concerning the first lady's gender spread to some extent because their union has long been a subject of discussion on the internet.

She, being 24 years older than her husband, originally knew the future president when serving as a educator at his secondary school.

Their bond developed through drama activities, and they wed in that year, following her separation.

Auzière finished her testimony by stating that the false claims have created a "chaos that continues endlessly" for her mother.