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Brigitte Macron's daughter, her daughter, informed a judicial body in Paris that false claims circulating on the internet—including the unfounded rumor that Brigitte Macron had a male birth identity—have severely damaged her mother's daily existence.

She, a 41-year-old lawyer, was called as a testifier in the trial of a group of defendants facing charges for internet-based abuse targeting Brigitte Macron.

Effects on Daily Life

She testified that the first lady now worries constantly about her appearance, such as her fashion choices to her posture, as a result of the apprehension that any image might be distorted to support negative campaigns.

"The outcome is that she constantly needs to be careful to her outfits, how she holds herself, regardless of her activities in her daily life," she testified.

Those on Trial and Allegations

Ten individuals, in that age range, are facing charges for online harassment. Several had a small social media following, while several more were more visible.

Every defendant is alleged to have making malicious comments about the first lady's gender and sexuality. In certain cases, this included linking her age difference with Emmanuel Macron to inappropriate terms.

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

Consequences for Loved Ones

Auzière, one of three children from Brigitte Macron's previous marriage, described how the false claims have resulted in a "decline of her health" and a "deterioration of her daily happiness".

She said, "Hardly a day passes when a person does not talk the issue to her."

Auzière pointed out the repercussions on the family, such as the younger generation hearing malicious statements like "Brigitte is deceptive" or "Your grandmother is actually a man".

"She does not know what to do about it," Auzière stated. "She holds no office, she didn't pursue any of this, and she is continually subjected to these attacks."

Legal Battle Background

The legal proceedings is the latest phase in a extended court case addressing the inaccurate allegation that she is transgender.

They have initiated a legal action in the United States over false statements against a political commentator who spread the claim.

The lawsuit asserts that the accusation is completely false and notes that the name mentioned is really Brigitte Macron's older brother.

Trial Testimonies

In court, some of the accused disputed the accusations.

• A retired business owner, now a deputy mayor, stated he "never intended to hurt anyone" and described his posts as ironic.
• A well-known publicist claimed that his posts were presented as "satire" and expressed concern that the case could endanger "the right to speak freely".
• Another individual explained he shared posts as he believed it was a global issue with "implications for the country".

Relationship Background

The baseless rumor regarding Brigitte Macron's identity spread to some extent because their union has long been a topic of comment online.

Brigitte Macron, being significantly older than her husband, initially encountered him when serving as a educator at the institution he attended.

The connection between them grew through theatrical projects, and they wed in 2007, subsequent to Brigitte Macron's separation.

Auzière concluded her account by expressing that the baseless rumors have produced a "whirlwind that does not cease" for Brigitte Macron.