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The French first lady's daughter, her daughter, informed a tribunal in Paris that misleading allegations online—such as the groundless claim that she is transgender—have negatively impacted her mother's daily existence.

Auzière, a 41-year-old lawyer, appeared as a witness in the legal proceedings of a group of defendants accused of digital bullying directed at Brigitte Macron.

Consequences on Daily Life

She explained that Brigitte Macron now feels perpetual anxiety about her appearance, including her attire to her posture, because of the concern that every photograph could be misused to advance hateful attacks.

"The outcome is that she systematically needs to be careful to her outfits, her body language, regardless of her activities in everyday routine," Auzière testified.

Accused Individuals and Allegations

The defendants, between 41 and 60 years old, are on trial for digital abuse. A few had a small social media following, while the rest were better known.

Each one is charged with posting harmful statements about Brigitte Macron's gender and sexuality. For some, this included equating the disparity in years with her husband to inappropriate terms.

If found responsible, they may be sentenced to a maximum of two years in incarceration.

Family Impact

She, a daughter from her mother's first marriage, stated how the inaccurate allegations have caused a "decline of her health" and a "worsening of her daily happiness".

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

Auzière highlighted the effects on her relatives, such as her grandchildren hearing malicious statements like "Brigitte is lying" or "She is your grandfather".

"She has no idea how to end it," she remarked. "She's not elected, she never asked for any of this, and she is continually experiencing these attacks."

Court Case Background

This case represents a recent development in a wider judicial fight addressing the baseless theory that Brigitte Macron is supposedly transgender.

They have also filed a legal action in the United States alleging slander targeting a conservative podcaster who spread the theory.

The lawsuit clarifies that the allegation is totally unfounded and identifies that the individual referenced is in fact her sibling.

Defendants' Responses

Throughout the proceedings, several defendants rejected the accusations.

• A retired business owner, serving as a local official, stated he "had no purpose to cause harm" and described his online statements as satirical.
• A fiction writer stated that his posts were presented as "irony" and expressed concern that the legal action could undermine "free speech".
• An art gallery owner testified he shared information since he thought it was an international matter with "impact on the nation".

Relationship Background

The baseless rumor concerning Brigitte Macron's gender gained traction in part because their union has often been a subject of discussion on the internet.

She, being 24 years older than her husband, initially encountered him when working as a teacher at the institution he attended.

Their bond developed through theatrical projects, and they wed in 2007, subsequent to Brigitte Macron's divorce.

She wrapped up her statement by expressing that the baseless rumors have caused a "whirlwind that never stops" for Brigitte Macron.