Brigitte Macron Faces Legal Action Over False Information Spread by Two Women
Brigitte Macron's Legal Challenge
Brigitte Macron has taken significant legal action against two women who were recently fined for spreading false claims about her. The court has ordered them to pay a €500 fine and a total of €8,000 in damages to Brigitte Macron, and €5,000 to her brother, Jean-Michel Trogneux.
Background of the Misinformation
The dissemination of falsehoods surrounding Brigitte Macron has been a point of contention, particularly with claims that she does not exist and that her brother has taken on her identity. During a June court hearing, Brigitte Macron's lawyer emphasized the considerable damage inflicted by these falsehoods.
Wider Implications of Misinformation
The lawyer noted the global prevalence of such misinformation and stressed the need for legal action against it. As the attention on these cases grows, there are already other lawsuits active in France and beyond.
Social Media's Role
These claims gained traction primarily through social media platforms, particularly following a YouTube interview in 2021 where the two women amplified these myths about Brigitte Macron.
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