Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Macron's Sue Owens over Brigitte 'Transgender' Claims
French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte, are suing Candace Owens, an American podcaster.
They claim Owens has been spreading false rumors that Brigitte is a man.
These rumors started online a few years ago and gained attention on social media.
Owens repeated these claims in her show, causing the Macrons to take legal action.
They want to stop the false information and defend their reputation against what they see as a smear campaign.
Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron are suing Candace Owens for defamation.
The lawsuit alleges Owens spread false claims that Brigitte Macron is transgender.
The conspiracy theory originated in 2021, gaining traction on social media.
Owens featured the claims on her talk show and in an eight-part series.
The Macrons are seeking legal action to counter the misinformation campaign.
- Who
- Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron are suing Candace Owens.
- What
- A defamation lawsuit filed by Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron against Candace Owens.
- When
- The lawsuit was filed on July 23 in Delaware, USA.
- Where
- Filed in the US state of Delaware.
- Why
- To address false claims and stop the spread of disinformation about Brigitte Macron's gender.
Macron's Stance
Owens' Stance
Truth
Macron's Stance
Claims are false and defamatory.
Owens' Stance
Views vary but conspiracy theories are accepted.
- Plaintiffs
- Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron
- Defendant
- Candace Owens
- Lawsuit Filed
- July 23
- Location of Filing
- Delaware, USA
- Allegation
- Defamation via false claims about Brigitte Macron's gender