Archive · 27 Oct 2025
Trial Begins in Paris for Cyber-Harassment of Brigitte Macron
Ten people are in court in Paris because they wrote nasty comments online about Brigitte Macron, the wife of the French President.
These comments made untrue claims about her gender.
Some people spread rumors saying that she was born a man.
Brigitte and her husband have filed lawsuits to stop the spread of these lies.
If the people in court are found guilty, they could go to jail for a couple of years.
Ten individuals are on trial in Paris for cyber-harassment of Brigitte Macron.
The accused are accused of spreading false claims about Brigitte Macron's gender.
Defendants are alleged to have made malicious comments online.
Brigitte Macron and Emmanuel Macron have filed a defamation suit in the USA.
If convicted, defendants face up to two years in prison.
- Who
- Ten individuals and Brigitte Macron
- What
- Trial regarding online harassment and defamation of Brigitte Macron
- When
- Trial began Monday in Paris
- Where
- Paris, France
- Why
- Alleged cyber-harassment and spread of false claims regarding Brigitte Macron's gender and sexuality
Brigitte Macron and Supporters
Those Spreading Misinformation
Truth vs. Falsehood
Brigitte Macron and Supporters
Accurate reporting is crucial; online defamation must be held accountable.
Those Spreading Misinformation
Freedom of expression justifies spreading unsubstantiated claims.
Legal Authority
Brigitte Macron and Supporters
Cyberbullying and spreading lies against public figures are criminal acts.
Those Spreading Misinformation
Criticism of public figures is protected, and privacy claims should be challenged.
- Event
- Trial for cyber-harassment of Brigitte Macron
- Defendants
- Ten individuals (eight men, two women)
- Allegations
- Making malicious comments about Brigitte Macron's gender and sexuality
- Key Defendants
- No specific defendants named in article
- Background Claims
- False claims Brigitte Macron is transgender, born Jean-Michel Trogneux
- Legal Actions
- Defamation lawsuit in USA; Paris criminal trial
- Defendant in US Lawsuit
- Candace Owens
- Possible Penalty
- Up to two years in prison if convicted
