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Brigitte Macron's child, Tiphaine Auzière, has told a Paris court that false claims circulating on the internet—such as the groundless claim that she is transgender—have severely damaged her mother's personal well-being.

Auzière, a attorney, was called as a witness in the court case of 10 individuals accused of digital bullying directed at her mother.

Effects on Everyday Activities

She testified that Brigitte Macron now feels perpetual anxiety about her appearance, from her fashion choices to the way she carries herself, because of the fear that any image might be misused to fuel malicious comments.

"The consequence is that she systematically has to pay attention to what she wears, how she holds herself, regardless of she's doing in her daily life," she testified.

Defendants and Allegations

The defendants, between 41 and 60 years old, are in court for digital abuse. Several had a small social media following, while the rest were better known.

Every defendant is alleged to have making malicious comments about Brigitte Macron's gender and sexuality. In certain cases, this extended to equating her age difference with her husband to inappropriate terms.

Upon being found guilty, they may be sentenced to up to two years in prison.

Family Impact

She, one of three children from her mother's first marriage, explained how the inaccurate allegations have caused a "worsening of her health" and a "deterioration of her daily happiness".

She testified, "Not a day goes by when someone avoids discussing these claims to her."

She highlighted the effects on loved ones, for example the kids learning about malicious statements like "Your grandmother is not truthful" or "Your grandmother is actually a man".

"She has no idea how to end it," Auzière remarked. "She didn't run for election, she never asked for public attention, and she is continually facing these assaults."

Judicial Proceedings History

The legal proceedings represents a recent development in a wider judicial fight targeting the inaccurate allegation that she was male.

The Macrons have pursued a legal action in the United States alleging slander targeting a conservative podcaster who amplified the theory.

The legal filing states that the allegation is totally unfounded and identifies that the person cited is really her sibling.

Trial Testimonies

In court, a few individuals denied the allegations.

• A retired business owner, holding a public position, stated he "never intended to hurt anyone" and referred to his online statements as ironic.
• A fiction writer argued that his posts were presented as "humor" and expressed concern that the case could threaten "free speech".
• Another individual explained he disseminated content since he thought it was an international matter with "implications for the country".

Personal History

The false theory about the first lady's identity spread partly because their union has long been a point of interest online.

The first lady, being significantly older than Emmanuel Macron, first met the future president when serving as a educator at his secondary school.

Their bond evolved through the school's theatre programme, and they wed in that year, subsequent to her marriage dissolution.

Auzière wrapped up her statement by saying that the inaccurate allegations have created a "storm that never stops" for her mother.