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Brigitte Macron's daughter, Tiphaine Auzière, testified to a judicial body in Paris that inaccurate assertions online—including the baseless theory that she had a male birth identity—have negatively impacted her mother's quality of life.

Auzière, a attorney, appeared as a witness in the legal proceedings of 10 individuals accused of digital bullying against the first lady.

Consequences on Personal Routine

She testified that Brigitte Macron now is always concerned about her appearance, including her attire to her posture, because of the concern that every photograph could be misused to advance malicious comments.

"The consequence is that she always must be cautious to her clothing, her posture, irrespective of her actions in everyday routine," she testified.

Those on Trial and Charges

Ten individuals, aged 41 to 60, are on trial for digital abuse. Some had a small social media following, while several more were better known.

Every defendant is charged with spreading defamatory content about the first lady's personal life. Among them, this included comparing her age difference with her husband to offensive labels.

Upon being found guilty, they could receive up to two years in incarceration.

Consequences for Loved Ones

Auzière, a daughter from Brigitte Macron's previous marriage, explained how the inaccurate allegations have resulted in a "deterioration of her physical state" and a "deterioration of her daily happiness".

She said, "Not a day passes when an individual fails to mention the issue to her."

She emphasized the effects on loved ones, for example the younger generation hearing malicious statements like "She is lying" or "She is your grandfather".

"She has no idea how to end it," Auzière stated. "She holds no office, she has not sought public attention, and she is permanently facing these assaults."

Judicial Proceedings Context

This case is part of an ongoing effort in a wider judicial fight against the inaccurate allegation that the first lady is supposedly transgender.

They have also filed a legal action in the United States for defamation targeting a political commentator who promoted the claim.

The case clarifies that the allegation is totally unfounded and notes that the individual referenced is actually Brigitte Macron's brother.

Trial Testimonies

During the trial, a few individuals disputed the accusations.

• One defendant, holding a public position, claimed he "never intended to hurt anyone" and described his social media content as humorous.
• A well-known publicist claimed that his online activity were meant to be "irony" and voiced worry that the case could undermine "the right to speak freely".
• An art gallery owner explained he shared posts as he believed it was a global issue with "implications for the country".

Relationship Background

The inaccurate claim concerning Brigitte Macron's gender spread partly because their marriage has frequently been a subject of discussion online.

Brigitte Macron, being 24 years older than her husband, initially encountered the future president when serving as a teacher at his school.

Their relationship grew through theatrical projects, and they wed in the following year, subsequent to her separation.

Auzière wrapped up her testimony by expressing that the inaccurate allegations have caused a "whirlwind that never stops" for her mother.