Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Macron Sues Candace Owens Over Defamation: Claims Brigitte Macron is Male
French President Macron and his wife are suing Candace Owens because she said something untrue about the First Lady.
Owens has been spreading a rumor that the First Lady was born a man.
The Macrons say this has caused them a lot of harm.
Owens is known for sharing controversial opinions.
The lawsuit is asking for money to make up for the damage.
It is rare for world leaders to sue for defamation.
French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte, filed a defamation lawsuit against Candace Owens.
The lawsuit stems from Owens' claims that Brigitte Macron was born male.
The Macrons allege Owens waged a 'campaign of global humiliation' and 'relentless bullying'.
The suit seeks unspecified compensatory and punitive damages.
Owens is a conservative commentator known for far-right views and controversial statements.
- Who
- Emmanuel Macron, Brigitte Macron, and Candace Owens.
- What
- Emmanuel Macron and his wife filed a defamation lawsuit against Candace Owens.
- When
- Wednesday
- Where
- Delaware Superior Court, U.S.
- Why
- The lawsuit is due to Owens' false claims that Brigitte Macron was born male.
Emmanuel Macron and Brigitte Macron's Perspective
Candace Owens' Perspective
Truth vs. Falsehood
Emmanuel Macron and Brigitte Macron's Perspective
The Macrons view Owens' claims as false, malicious, and damaging to their reputations.
Candace Owens' Perspective
Candace Owens has built a brand on provocation, not truth and continues to promote false claims.
- Plaintiff
- Emmanuel Macron and Brigitte Macron
- Defendant
- Candace Owens
- Cause of Action
- Defamation
- Court
- Delaware Superior Court
- Allegation
- Owens claimed Brigitte Macron was born male
- Damages Sought
- Unspecified compensatory and punitive damages
- Owens' Profession
- Political commentator and activist
