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Brigitte Macron's daughter, her daughter, testified to a Paris court that false claims circulating on the internet—among them the groundless claim that Brigitte Macron was born a man—have negatively impacted her mother's daily existence.

Auzière, a legal professional, served as a testifier in the trial of 10 individuals facing charges for online harassment against her mother.

Effects on Personal Routine

Auzière testified that the first lady now worries constantly about her demeanor, from the clothes she wears to the way she carries herself, because of the concern that every photograph might be distorted to advance hateful attacks.

"The consequence is that she systematically needs to be careful to what she wears, her body language, irrespective of her actions in everyday routine," Auzière informed the judges.

Accused Individuals and Allegations

Eight men and two women, in that age range, are facing charges for internet-based bullying. Several had modest digital reach, while several more were more prominent.

All is alleged to have posting harmful statements about the first lady's identity. For some, this extended to equating the disparity in years with Emmanuel Macron to hurtful comparisons.

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

Effect on Relatives

She, one of three children from Brigitte Macron's initial union, stated how the false claims have caused a "decline of her well-being" and a "deterioration of her quality of life".

She explained, "Scarcely a day goes by when someone fails to mention the issue to her."

She emphasized the effects on her relatives, for example the kids being exposed to malicious statements like "Your grandmother is not truthful" or "Your grandmother was born male".

"She does not know what to do about it," she testified. "She's not elected, she didn't pursue any of this, and she is constantly facing this abuse."

Court Case Background

The Paris trial is part of an ongoing effort in a broader legal battle targeting the false claim that she was transgender.

They have initiated a legal action in the United States alleging slander targeting a political commentator who spread the claim.

The case asserts that the allegation is totally unfounded and notes that the name mentioned is actually her older brother.

Defendants' Responses

During the trial, a few individuals denied the allegations.

• An individual, serving as a local official, stated he "had no purpose to hurt anyone" and referred to his online statements as humorous.
• A fiction writer claimed that his online activity were presented as "irony" and highlighted apprehension that the legal action could threaten "the right to speak freely".
• An art gallery owner said he shared content because he felt it was a global issue with "implications for the country".

Personal History

The inaccurate claim concerning Brigitte Macron's identity gained traction to some extent because their marriage has often been a topic of comment on the internet.

The first lady, who is significantly older than the president, first met Emmanuel Macron when serving as a teacher at his secondary school.

Their bond developed through drama activities, and they entered into marriage in 2007, after Brigitte Macron's separation.

She concluded her testimony by saying that the false claims have produced a "storm that does not cease" for the first lady.