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Brigitte Macron's child, Tiphaine Auzière, informed 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 personal well-being.

She, a attorney, appeared as a witness in the legal proceedings of a group of defendants allegedly involved in digital bullying targeting her mother.

Impact on Everyday Activities

She stated that her mother now worries constantly about her appearance, including her attire to the way she carries herself, because of the apprehension that every photograph may be misused to fuel malicious comments.

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

Accused Individuals and Accusations

Ten individuals, between 41 and 60 years old, are in court for internet-based bullying. Several had modest digital reach, while others were more prominent.

Every defendant is accused of posting harmful statements about the first lady's identity. In certain cases, this included comparing her age difference with her husband to offensive labels.

Upon being found guilty, they could receive as much as 24 months in incarceration.

Consequences for Loved Ones

She, one of three children from her mother's previous marriage, stated how the false claims have led to a "decline of her well-being" and a "deterioration of her quality of life".

She testified, "Not a day goes by when an individual fails to mention this to her."

She emphasized the repercussions on loved ones, such as the younger generation being exposed to false assertions like "Your grandmother is lying" or "She was born male".

"She has no idea what to do about it," Auzière remarked. "She holds no office, she never asked for public attention, and she is constantly facing these attacks."

Judicial Proceedings Context

The legal proceedings is part of an ongoing effort in a wider judicial fight targeting the inaccurate allegation that she was transgender.

The couple have also filed a case in America over false statements against a conservative podcaster who spread the allegation.

The case asserts that the accusation is entirely inaccurate and points out that the name mentioned is actually Brigitte Macron's sibling.

Accused Individuals' Statements

In court, several defendants denied the accusations.

• A retired business owner, now a deputy mayor, stated he "had no purpose to hurt anyone" and referred to his social media content as satirical.
• A fiction writer stated that his posts were presented as "humor" and highlighted apprehension that the trial could threaten "free speech".
• A third defendant testified he disseminated content as he believed it was an international matter with "implications for the country".

Relationship Background

The false theory about Brigitte Macron's gender spread to some extent because the Macrons' relationship has frequently been a topic of comment online.

Brigitte Macron, who is 24 years older than Emmanuel Macron, originally knew him when she was a teacher at his secondary school.

Their relationship grew through drama activities, and they married in that year, subsequent to her separation.

Auzière wrapped up her testimony by saying that the inaccurate allegations have produced a "storm that continues endlessly" for her mother.