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Brigitte Macron's daughter, Tiphaine Auzière, testified to a Paris court that misleading allegations circulating on the internet—among them the baseless theory that Brigitte Macron is transgender—have severely damaged her mother's daily existence.

She, a legal professional, was called as a witness in the court case of ten people accused of internet-based abuse against Brigitte Macron.

Consequences on Personal Routine

She explained that her mother now feels perpetual anxiety about her demeanor, such as her attire to her posture, because of the fear that every photograph could be distorted to fuel malicious comments.

"The result is that she always has to pay attention to what she wears, her posture, no matter what she's doing in day-to-day existence," Auzière testified.

Accused Individuals and Accusations

Ten individuals, in that age range, are facing charges for digital abuse. Some had limited online influence, while the rest were more visible.

All is alleged to have posting harmful statements about Brigitte Macron's gender and sexuality. For some, this involved comparing the disparity in years with her husband to offensive labels.

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

Consequences for Loved Ones

Auzière, a daughter from her mother's initial union, described how the inaccurate allegations have led to a "decline of her well-being" and a "worsening of her quality of life".

She said, "Not a day goes by when someone avoids discussing this to her."

She highlighted the impact on loved ones, such as the younger generation learning about malicious statements like "Brigitte is not truthful" or "She is your grandfather".

"She is unsure how to end it," Auzière testified. "She's not elected, she has not sought anything, and she is constantly facing these attacks."

Legal Battle Background

This case represents a recent development in a broader legal battle targeting the false claim that Brigitte Macron is supposedly transgender.

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

The case states that the accusation is totally unfounded and notes that the name mentioned is really her sibling.

Defendants' Responses

In court, a few individuals disputed the charges.

• An individual, serving as a local official, stated he "did not mean to inflict damage" and described his online statements as humorous.
• A fiction writer stated that his online activity were intended as "satire" and highlighted apprehension that the case could endanger "freedom of expression".
• Another individual testified he shared content as he believed it was an international matter with "implications for the country".

Relationship Background

The baseless rumor concerning the first lady's sex gained traction in part because their marriage has often been a point of interest on the internet.

Brigitte Macron, aged 24 years older than her husband, originally knew Emmanuel Macron when she was a instructor at his secondary school.

Their bond grew through theatrical projects, and they married in 2007, subsequent to her marriage dissolution.

Auzière concluded her testimony by saying that the inaccurate allegations have caused a "storm that continues endlessly" for the first lady.