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The French first lady's child, Tiphaine Auzière, informed a tribunal in Paris that false claims online—among them the unfounded rumor that Brigitte Macron was born a man—have significantly harmed her mother's personal well-being.

Auzière, a 41-year-old lawyer, was called as a testifier in the trial of ten people accused of internet-based abuse against the first lady.

Effects on Everyday Activities

She stated that Brigitte Macron now worries constantly about how she looks, such as the clothes she wears to the way she carries herself, as a result of the apprehension that every photograph could be manipulated to advance malicious comments.

"The consequence is that she systematically has to pay attention to what she wears, how she holds herself, irrespective of her actions in everyday routine," she told the court.

Those on Trial and Charges

Ten individuals, between 41 and 60 years old, are facing charges for internet-based bullying. Some had a small social media following, while the rest were more prominent.

Every defendant is alleged to have making malicious comments about Brigitte Macron's identity. Among them, this involved linking the disparity in years with the French president to hurtful comparisons.

Upon being found guilty, they may be sentenced to as much as 24 months in prison.

Family Impact

She, a daughter from Brigitte Macron's first marriage, stated how the inaccurate allegations have caused a "deterioration of her physical state" and a "worsening of her daily happiness".

She testified, "Hardly a day goes by when a person fails to mention the issue to her."

Auzière emphasized the effects on loved ones, such as the kids hearing malicious statements like "Brigitte is not truthful" or "She is your grandfather".

"She has no idea how to end it," Auzière remarked. "She holds no office, she has not sought anything, and she is permanently subjected to this abuse."

Judicial Proceedings History

This case represents a recent development in a extended court case against the false claim that the first lady is supposedly a man.

The Macrons have pursued a case in America over false statements involving a media personality who promoted the allegation.

The lawsuit clarifies that the accusation is totally unfounded and notes that the person cited is in fact her older brother.

Accused Individuals' Statements

In court, a few individuals denied the allegations.

• An individual, holding a public position, stated he "had no purpose to cause harm" and referred to his social media content as humorous.
• Another defendant claimed that his online activity were meant to be "humor" and highlighted apprehension that the case could undermine "freedom of expression".
• Another individual explained he disseminated posts since he thought it was an international matter with "impact on the nation".

Personal History

The baseless rumor about Brigitte Macron's gender spread partly because their union has long been a point of interest on the internet.

The first lady, aged 24 years older than the president, initially encountered him when she was a instructor at his secondary school.

Their relationship evolved through the school's theatre programme, and they married in 2007, subsequent to Brigitte Macron's separation.

Auzière finished her account by stating that the false claims have created a "chaos that does not cease" for Brigitte Macron.