Macrons Sue Candace Owens for Defamation Over Gender Claim

: French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, have filed a 22-count defamation lawsuit in the United States against conservative commentator Candace Owens. The lawsuit, filed in Delaware, accuses Owens of leading a year-long smear campaign, falsely suggesting that Brigitte Macron is a man. According to their attorney, Tom Clare, the couple repeatedly asked Owens to stop spreading the false claims, presenting clear evidence disproving them — including official records confirming Brigitte was born a woman named Brigitte Trogneux. Despite this, Owens continued to post videos, promote merchandise, and amplify the conspiracy theory to millions of followers. The Macrons allege that Owens’ actions have caused significant personal harm and economic damage, including lost business opportunities. They are seeking punitive damages for defamation, false light, and defamation by implication. In response, Owens dismissed the lawsuit as a “desperate PR stunt,” and continued to post about the Macrons on her platforms. Meanwhile, the Élysée Palace has labeled the lawsuit a private matter and declined to comment.