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Brigitte Macron's child, Tiphaine Auzière, informed a Paris court that inaccurate assertions online—such as the baseless theory that she had a male birth identity—have negatively impacted her mother's daily existence.

Auzière, a attorney, was called as a witness in the court case of a group of defendants facing charges for internet-based abuse directed at her mother.

Consequences on Daily Life

She stated that the first lady now worries constantly about her appearance, from her fashion choices to how she stands, because of the apprehension that any image may be manipulated to support negative campaigns.

"The consequence is that she systematically must be cautious to her outfits, how she holds herself, no matter what her actions in everyday routine," she informed the judges.

Those on Trial and Allegations

Ten individuals, aged 41 to 60, are facing charges for online harassment. Some had limited online influence, while the rest were better known.

Each one is accused of making malicious comments about Brigitte Macron's identity. For some, this extended to equating the disparity in years with the French president to inappropriate terms.

Upon being found guilty, they face a maximum of two years in prison.

Effect on Relatives

She, one of three children from Brigitte Macron's initial union, described how the inaccurate allegations have caused a "deterioration of her health" and a "deterioration of her quality of life".

She explained, "Not a day passes when someone does not talk these claims to her."

Auzière emphasized the effects on loved ones, such as the kids learning about malicious statements like "Your grandmother is deceptive" or "She was born male".

"She has no idea what to do about it," Auzière remarked. "She's not elected, she didn't pursue any of this, and she is permanently subjected to this abuse."

Judicial Proceedings Background

The legal proceedings is part of an ongoing effort in a broader legal battle addressing the inaccurate allegation that the first lady is a man.

The couple have also filed a case in America over false statements involving a political commentator who amplified the theory.

The case clarifies that the claim is entirely inaccurate and points out that the individual referenced is actually her older brother.

Trial Testimonies

Throughout the proceedings, several defendants rejected the allegations.

• A retired business owner, now a deputy mayor, claimed he "had no purpose to inflict damage" and described his online statements as satirical.
• Another defendant argued that his online activity were meant to be "satire" and highlighted apprehension that the case could endanger "freedom of expression".
• An art gallery owner said he shared content since he thought it was a worldwide topic with "consequences for France".

Relationship Background

The baseless rumor about Brigitte Macron's sex circulated partly because their marriage has often been a subject of discussion in digital spaces.

She, being significantly older than her husband, first met him when she was a educator at his secondary school.

Their relationship developed through drama activities, and they wed in 2007, subsequent to her separation.

She finished her account by stating that the inaccurate allegations have produced a "chaos that never stops" for the first lady.