French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, are taking an unprecedented legal stand against U.S. conservative commentator Candace Owens. The high-profile couple has filed a defamation lawsuit after Owens allegedly ignored multiple legal warnings to stop spreading sensational — and false — conspiracy theories about Brigitte’s identity and past.
According to reports, Owens claimed without evidence that Brigitte Macron was born a man and had allegedly sexually assaulted Emmanuel when he was a minor — accusations the Macrons have vehemently denied from the start.
Private Investigator Brought In
In an aggressive legal move, the Macrons’ legal team enlisted a private investigator to dig into Owens’ activities, statements, and motivations. Sources say this step was taken after Owens not only refused to retract her claims, but continued repeating them on her platforms.
Owens, known for her combative style and provocative commentary, has not publicly backed down despite facing international scrutiny.
The Conspiracy That Sparked the Clash
The origins of this controversy date back to earlier rumors circulating online in far-right circles. While such baseless claims have been debunked by reputable outlets in France, Owens allegedly amplified them to her millions of followers, creating a firestorm on social media.
Legal experts suggest the Macrons’ decision to take this to court may be one of the most high-profile international defamation battles involving a sitting head of state and a foreign media figure.
Macron’s Message: Enough Is Enough
President Macron has made it clear in past interviews that he sees these rumors as deeply harmful — not just to his wife’s dignity, but to broader democratic discourse.
By taking Owens to court, the Macrons are sending a strong signal that crossing certain lines will have consequences — even across borders.
What Happens Next?
The case will likely involve complicated jurisdictional issues, given that Owens is based in the U.S. and the Macrons are pursuing the matter from France. It could set a precedent for international defamation law in the social media era.
For now, one thing is certain — this legal fight is only just beginning, and both sides seem ready to stand their ground.
External Source: Le Monde’s coverage of Macron’s legal actions