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Brigitte Macron's daughter, her daughter, informed a judicial body in Paris that inaccurate assertions circulating on the internet—such as the unfounded rumor that she was born a man—have significantly harmed her mother's daily existence.

She, a legal professional, was called as a witness in the legal proceedings of 10 individuals facing charges for online harassment targeting her mother.

Effects on Daily Life

She testified that her mother now is always concerned about her demeanor, such as her fashion choices to her posture, as a result of the concern that any image could be distorted to fuel negative campaigns.

"The outcome is that she constantly must be cautious to her clothing, how she holds herself, no matter what her activities in everyday routine," Auzière testified.

Accused Individuals and Accusations

The defendants, in that age range, are on trial for internet-based bullying. Some had modest digital reach, while several more were more visible.

Each one is charged with posting harmful statements about Brigitte Macron's identity. For some, this extended to comparing the disparity in years with the French president to offensive labels.

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

Family Impact

She, one of three children from Brigitte Macron's previous marriage, explained how the baseless rumors have caused a "decline of her health" and a "worsening of her overall existence".

She said, "Hardly a day goes by when someone avoids discussing the issue to her."

She highlighted the repercussions on the family, for example her grandchildren learning about malicious statements like "Brigitte is lying" or "She was born male".

"She is unsure how to end it," she testified. "She didn't run for election, she has not sought anything, and she is continually facing these assaults."

Judicial Proceedings History

The Paris trial is part of an ongoing effort in a extended court case targeting the false claim that she was male.

The Macrons have also filed a case in America over false statements against a media personality who promoted the claim.

The lawsuit asserts that the claim is completely false and identifies that the person cited is actually Brigitte Macron's older brother.

Accused Individuals' Statements

Throughout the proceedings, several defendants denied the accusations.

• An individual, now a deputy mayor, asserted he "had no purpose to hurt anyone" and referred to his posts as ironic.
• A well-known publicist claimed that his posts were intended as "satire" and voiced worry that the trial could threaten "the right to speak freely".
• Another individual explained he shared information as he believed it was an international matter with "impact on the nation".

Personal History

The inaccurate claim concerning Brigitte Macron's gender spread to some extent because their union has frequently been a point of interest in digital spaces.

She, aged 24 years older than Emmanuel Macron, first met the future president when working as a instructor at the institution he attended.

Their relationship developed through drama activities, and they married in that year, after Brigitte Macron's separation.

She concluded her statement by expressing that the baseless rumors have created a "chaos that never stops" for the first lady.