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Brigitte Macron's child, Tiphaine Auzière, has told a Paris court that inaccurate assertions spread through social media—among them the unfounded rumor that Brigitte Macron is transgender—have severely damaged her mother's daily existence.

Auzière, a attorney, appeared as a testifier in the court case of ten people allegedly involved in internet-based abuse directed at Brigitte Macron.

Consequences on Personal Routine

Auzière testified that the first lady now is always concerned about her demeanor, from the clothes she wears to the way she carries herself, because of the apprehension that every photograph might be distorted to fuel malicious comments.

"The result is that she systematically needs to be careful to what she wears, her posture, no matter what her activities in her daily life," Auzière testified.

Those on Trial and Charges

The defendants, aged 41 to 60, are in court for online harassment. Several had modest digital reach, while others were more prominent.

Each one is alleged to have making malicious comments about Brigitte Macron's gender and sexuality. For some, this included linking the disparity in years with her husband to offensive labels.

If convicted, they face a maximum of two years in jail.

Effect on Relatives

Auzière, a family member from Brigitte Macron's previous marriage, explained how the baseless rumors have resulted in a "deterioration of her health" and a "worsening of her overall existence".

She testified, "Scarcely a day passes when an individual fails to mention the issue to her."

Auzière emphasized the impact on her relatives, including the younger generation hearing false assertions like "Your grandmother is deceptive" or "Your grandmother was born male".

"She has no idea how to stop it," Auzière stated. "She didn't run for election, she didn't pursue any of this, and she is permanently experiencing this abuse."

Judicial Proceedings Context

The legal proceedings represents a recent development in a wider judicial fight targeting the baseless theory that she is male.

The Macrons have initiated a case in America over false statements targeting a political commentator who amplified the claim.

The lawsuit states that the claim is completely false and identifies that the person cited is actually her brother.

Accused Individuals' Statements

In court, a few individuals disputed the allegations.

• A retired business owner, now a deputy mayor, stated he "did not mean to hurt anyone" and referred to his posts as humorous.
• A fiction writer stated that his posts were intended as "humor" and expressed concern that the legal action could undermine "free speech".
• An art gallery owner said he disseminated information because he felt it was a global issue with "impact on the nation".

Personal History

The baseless rumor about Brigitte Macron's sex circulated in part because the Macrons' relationship has long been a topic of comment online.

Brigitte Macron, who is significantly older than Emmanuel Macron, originally knew Emmanuel Macron when she was a educator at his secondary school.

The connection between them developed through drama activities, and they wed in 2007, after her marriage dissolution.

She wrapped up her testimony by stating that the false claims have produced a "whirlwind that continues endlessly" for Brigitte Macron.