French first lady Brigitte Macron continues to face transphobic disinformation spreading to the United States, with false claims about her gender being circulated on social media. President Emmanuel Macron has taken legal action against those behind the allegations.
Key Points
Brigitte Macron faces false claims about her gender
President Macron takes legal action against spread of disinformation
US commentator Candace Owens propagates false claim in video
Disinformation aims to drive women off platforms and out of public life
Cons
Spread of transphobic disinformation
Impact on public figures and their families
Misinformation affecting democracy and human rights