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Brigitte Macron's daughter, her daughter, informed a tribunal in Paris that inaccurate assertions spread through social media—among them the groundless claim that she had a male birth identity—have severely damaged her mother's personal well-being.

She, a legal professional, was called as a witness in the court case of ten people accused of digital bullying against Brigitte Macron.

Impact on Personal Routine

She explained that Brigitte Macron now worries constantly about her appearance, including the clothes she wears to the way she carries herself, due to the apprehension that each snapshot may be misused to advance negative campaigns.

"The outcome is that she systematically must be cautious to her outfits, how she holds herself, regardless of she's doing in everyday routine," she testified.

Defendants and Allegations

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

Every defendant is alleged to have making malicious comments about the first lady's identity. For some, this extended to equating the disparity in years with Emmanuel Macron to offensive labels.

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

Effect on Relatives

She, a daughter from Brigitte Macron's initial union, described how the baseless rumors have led to a "deterioration of her physical state" and a "deterioration of her quality of life".

She explained, "Scarcely a day goes by when someone fails to mention these claims to her."

She highlighted the impact on the family, including the younger generation learning about false assertions like "Your grandmother is not truthful" or "Your grandmother is your grandfather".

"She does not know how to stop it," Auzière stated. "She holds no office, she never asked for anything, and she is constantly subjected to this abuse."

Court Case Context

The legal proceedings represents a recent development in a broader legal battle against the inaccurate allegation that she was male.

The couple have initiated a US lawsuit for defamation involving a media personality who spread the claim.

The legal filing asserts that the claim is entirely inaccurate and notes that the name mentioned is actually Brigitte Macron's sibling.

Accused Individuals' Statements

Throughout the proceedings, several defendants denied the accusations.

• One defendant, now a deputy mayor, stated he "had no purpose to hurt anyone" and referred to his posts as satirical.
• Another defendant claimed that his social media shares were intended as "satire" and expressed concern that the legal action could threaten "the right to speak freely".
• An art gallery owner testified he posted information as he believed it was an international matter with "implications for the country".

Personal History

The false theory regarding Brigitte Macron's identity gained traction partly because their union has long been a subject of discussion in digital spaces.

The first lady, aged two decades older than Emmanuel Macron, initially encountered the future president when she was a instructor at his school.

Their bond grew through drama activities, and they entered into marriage in the following year, after Brigitte Macron's separation.

She finished her statement by saying that the inaccurate allegations have produced a "storm that does not cease" for her mother.