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Brigitte Macron's child, her daughter, testified to a tribunal in Paris that inaccurate assertions online—among them the groundless claim that the French first lady is transgender—have severely damaged her mother's quality of life.

Auzière, a legal professional, appeared as a witness in the trial of ten people accused of internet-based abuse targeting Brigitte Macron.

Effects on Daily Life

She explained that Brigitte Macron now is always concerned about her appearance, such as the clothes she wears to how she stands, due to the fear that every photograph may be misused to fuel malicious comments.

"The consequence is that she systematically needs to be careful to what she wears, her posture, no matter what her actions in her daily life," she testified.

Those on Trial and Allegations

Eight men and two women, aged 41 to 60, are facing charges for online harassment. Several had limited online influence, while others were more prominent.

Each one is alleged to have making malicious comments about the first lady's gender and sexuality. For some, this involved comparing her age difference with her husband to inappropriate terms.

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

Consequences for Loved Ones

She, one of three children from Brigitte Macron's first marriage, described how the baseless rumors have led to a "deterioration of her well-being" and a "deterioration of her quality of life".

She said, "Not a day goes by when a person does not talk the issue to her."

Auzière pointed out the repercussions on her relatives, including the kids learning about malicious statements like "She is not truthful" or "Your grandmother was born male".

"She is unsure how to end it," Auzière stated. "She didn't run for election, she never asked for anything, and she is constantly subjected to this abuse."

Judicial Proceedings History

The legal proceedings represents a recent development in a wider judicial fight addressing the false claim that she was transgender.

They have initiated a US lawsuit alleging slander targeting a conservative podcaster who promoted the theory.

The case states that the claim is totally unfounded and notes that the individual referenced is actually her sibling.

Defendants' Responses

Throughout the proceedings, a few individuals denied the charges.

• A retired business owner, holding a public position, stated he "did not mean to hurt anyone" and referred to his posts as ironic.
• A fiction writer stated that his social media shares were intended as "humor" and highlighted apprehension that the trial could endanger "the right to speak freely".
• An art gallery owner explained he posted information since he thought it was an international matter with "impact on the nation".

Past Context

The baseless rumor regarding Brigitte Macron's sex gained traction partly because their union has long been a point of interest in digital spaces.

The first lady, who is two decades older than Emmanuel Macron, initially encountered the future president when serving as a instructor at his school.

Their bond grew through drama activities, and they married in 2007, after Brigitte Macron's marriage dissolution.

She finished her statement by stating that the inaccurate allegations have created a "whirlwind that never stops" for the first lady.