Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte, are preparing to present photographic and scientific evidence to a US court as part of a defamation suit against right-wing influencer Candace Owens, who has made controversial claims regarding Brigitte's gender. Their lawyer stated that the couple finds the allegations 'incredibly upsetting' and plans to demonstrate the falsity of these claims rigorously.
Tom Clare, representing the Macrons, described the upcoming court proceedings as distressing but necessary for Brigitte, who wishes to publicly clear her name. He elaborated on the 'expert testimony' that will validate their claims, underlining the emotional toll such defamation takes, especially given Macron's political responsibilities.
Mr. Clare indicated that there exists 'scientific' documentation and photographic evidence, including pictures of Brigitte during her pregnancies, that would establish her identity unequivocally. The allegations against Mrs. Macron emerged from fringe online spaces, gaining traction through right-wing circles, notably a 2021 YouTube video. Despite a French court's initial ruling in their favor, the case was overturned on appeal, prompting the Macrons to seek legal redress in the United States.
Owens, who has called these claims a matter of 'free speech,' has moved to dismiss the lawsuit, claiming the venue is inappropriate for her and asserting her defense against the accusations has caused her financial and operational burdens. Emmanuel Macron has stated that these allegations are groundless and stem from an ideological agenda aimed at causing harm to his family.
Tom Clare, representing the Macrons, described the upcoming court proceedings as distressing but necessary for Brigitte, who wishes to publicly clear her name. He elaborated on the 'expert testimony' that will validate their claims, underlining the emotional toll such defamation takes, especially given Macron's political responsibilities.
Mr. Clare indicated that there exists 'scientific' documentation and photographic evidence, including pictures of Brigitte during her pregnancies, that would establish her identity unequivocally. The allegations against Mrs. Macron emerged from fringe online spaces, gaining traction through right-wing circles, notably a 2021 YouTube video. Despite a French court's initial ruling in their favor, the case was overturned on appeal, prompting the Macrons to seek legal redress in the United States.
Owens, who has called these claims a matter of 'free speech,' has moved to dismiss the lawsuit, claiming the venue is inappropriate for her and asserting her defense against the accusations has caused her financial and operational burdens. Emmanuel Macron has stated that these allegations are groundless and stem from an ideological agenda aimed at causing harm to his family.
