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Brigitte Macron's child, her daughter, testified to a judicial body in Paris that false claims spread through social media—among them the unfounded rumor that Brigitte Macron is transgender—have severely damaged her mother's quality of life.

She, a legal professional, served as a testifier in the legal proceedings of 10 individuals facing charges for online harassment against her mother.

Effects on Daily Life

Auzière explained that Brigitte Macron now is always concerned about her demeanor, such as her fashion choices to the way she carries herself, due to the concern that any image may be manipulated to advance malicious comments.

"The result is that she systematically has to pay attention to what she wears, her body language, no matter what her actions in everyday routine," Auzière informed the judges.

Those on Trial and Accusations

Ten individuals, in that age range, are on trial for internet-based bullying. A few had modest digital reach, while several more were better known.

Every defendant is accused of posting harmful statements about the first lady's identity. In certain cases, this extended to comparing her age difference with Emmanuel Macron to offensive labels.

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

Consequences for Loved Ones

Auzière, one of three children from her mother's previous marriage, described how the baseless rumors have led to a "decline of her health" and a "deterioration of her overall existence".

She explained, "Scarcely a day goes by when a person does not talk this to her."

She pointed out the impact on loved ones, such as the kids learning about false assertions like "Your grandmother is lying" or "She is actually a man".

"She has no idea how to stop it," she stated. "She didn't run for election, she didn't pursue anything, and she is continually subjected to these attacks."

Legal Battle Background

The legal proceedings is the latest phase in a extended court case addressing the inaccurate allegation that Brigitte Macron was transgender.

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

The case clarifies that the allegation is completely false and points out that the name mentioned is really Brigitte Macron's older brother.

Trial Testimonies

During the trial, some of the accused disputed the charges.

• A retired business owner, serving as a local official, asserted he "had no purpose to cause harm" and described his online statements as satirical.
• Another defendant argued that his social media shares were intended as "irony" and voiced worry that the legal action could endanger "freedom of expression".
• An art gallery owner explained he shared information since he thought it was a worldwide topic with "impact on the nation".

Relationship Background

The inaccurate claim regarding Brigitte Macron's identity spread to some extent because their marriage has often been a point of interest online.

She, being two decades older than the president, originally knew him when working as a instructor at his school.

Their relationship evolved through the school's theatre programme, and they married in 2007, after Brigitte Macron's divorce.

Auzière concluded her account by expressing that the baseless rumors have produced a "chaos that does not cease" for her mother.