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The French first lady's daughter, her daughter, has told a judicial body in Paris that misleading allegations online—including the groundless claim that the French first lady had a male birth identity—have negatively impacted her mother's personal well-being.

Auzière, a attorney, served as a testifier in the court case of 10 individuals accused of internet-based abuse against the first lady.

Consequences on Personal Routine

Auzière stated that Brigitte Macron now worries constantly about how she looks, such as her attire to the way she carries herself, as a result of the apprehension that every photograph may be misused to advance hateful attacks.

"The consequence is that she constantly has to pay attention to her clothing, how she holds herself, regardless of she's doing in day-to-day existence," Auzière informed the judges.

Those on Trial and Allegations

Ten individuals, in that age range, are facing charges for digital abuse. A few had modest digital reach, while others were more visible.

Each one is alleged to have spreading defamatory content about Brigitte Macron's gender and sexuality. For some, this extended to linking the age gap with the French president to inappropriate terms.

If convicted, they could receive as much as 24 months in prison.

Effect on Relatives

Auzière, a daughter from her mother's first marriage, stated how the baseless rumors have led to a "worsening of her physical state" and a "decline of her daily happiness".

She testified, "Hardly a day goes by when someone does not talk the issue to her."

She highlighted the repercussions on her relatives, including the younger generation learning about hurtful comments like "Brigitte is not truthful" or "Your grandmother is your grandfather".

"She has no idea how to stop it," Auzière stated. "She holds no office, she has not sought anything, and she is constantly subjected to this abuse."

Legal Battle History

The Paris trial is the latest phase in a extended court case targeting the false claim that Brigitte Macron is male.

The Macrons have initiated a legal action in the United States over false statements against a political commentator who promoted the claim.

The lawsuit states that the accusation is totally unfounded and identifies that the name mentioned is really Brigitte Macron's brother.

Defendants' Responses

During the trial, some of the accused denied the allegations.

• One defendant, holding a public position, stated he "had no purpose to hurt anyone" and referred to his posts as satirical.
• A well-known publicist claimed that his social media shares were meant to be "satire" and highlighted apprehension that the trial could threaten "free speech".
• An art gallery owner said he shared posts as he believed it was a global issue with "implications for the country".

Relationship Background

The inaccurate claim regarding Brigitte Macron's identity circulated to some extent because their union has often been a point of interest online.

She, who is significantly older than her husband, initially encountered him when she was a instructor at his secondary school.

The connection between them evolved through the school's theatre programme, and they married in 2007, after Brigitte Macron's separation.

She finished her account by expressing that the baseless rumors have produced a "chaos that does not cease" for Brigitte Macron.