By John Q. Hosedrinker 
In a defamation suit against Candace Owens, Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron plan to present photographic and scientific evidence to a US court to refute Owens’ claims that Brigitte Macron was born male. Their lawyer, Tom Clare, stated that the couple finds these allegations incredibly upsetting. The evidence, which will be presented in court, aims to definitively prove the falsity of the claims, despite the discomfort of doing so publicly. The Macrons’ suit, filed in the US, alleges Owens knowingly spread false information and disregarded credible evidence.
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Macrons to offer “scientific evidence” to US court to prove Brigitte is a woman, lawyer says. Well, isn’t this a story that’s just screaming “Welcome to the 21st century”? It’s almost too bizarre to be real, but here we are. The news is that the French President, Emmanuel Macron, is apparently planning to submit scientific evidence to a US court to, essentially, prove that his wife, Brigitte Macron, is a woman. Yes, you read that right.
I have to say, my initial reaction was pure bewilderment. Like, what in the world is happening? Why is this even a thing? It feels like we’ve stumbled into some parallel universe where the fundamentals of reality are up for debate. The underlying implication here is that someone, somewhere, has made a public claim that Brigitte Macron isn’t a woman. And now, this claim has gained enough traction, or is so outrageous, that it’s warranted legal attention. It’s frankly insulting and an invasion of a very personal space.
It’s a good thing that the BBC contacted Candace Owens’ legal team for a comment, since they were the ones that made the claim. But it will all be for naught, as the speaker is positive they won’t change their minds, even with the proof. One of the biggest issues at stake is free speech, and it’s difficult to disagree with it. However, they are walking into the crosshairs by providing the information. There is no logic to these claims, or for the legal action being taken.
One can’t help but wonder about the bigger picture. While the world is dealing with massive global issues, we’re stuck on arguments of who has what parts. It’s truly mind-boggling. Shouldn’t we be focusing on things like building better infrastructure or finding cures for diseases? Instead, we’re debating the gender identity of a public figure. It just highlights how off-kilter things can get.
The very notion that scientific evidence is needed to confirm someone’s gender feels like a step backward. It’s as if we’re living in some dystopian future where even the most fundamental aspects of identity need to be scientifically validated. Shouldn’t the burden of proof rest with the person making the claim? Why is it necessary for Brigitte Macron to *prove* her womanhood? It feels like a complete waste of everyone’s time and resources. I’d rather have seen a simple dismissal.
It’s a sentiment shared by many. The core argument seems to be that if someone claims something false, then they need to prove it. But, in this case, it seems the French President is taking action to protect his wife and respond to a ridiculous claim. I hope they’re ready for the conspiracy theorists who will believe anything. It’s difficult to change someone’s mind when the evidence isn’t enough. They will never accept it. This kind of thinking is exhausting and seems to have no end.
The comparisons to the birther movement, which questioned Barack Obama’s citizenship, are inevitable. It shows that, sadly, these kinds of conspiracy theories aren’t new. These are just an escalation of the same kind of mistrust and outlandish claims. The fact that we’ve seen this before doesn’t make it any less frustrating or absurd.
And let’s not forget the underlying issue here: the rise of transphobia and the constant questioning of gender identity. This entire situation feels like it stems from a place of deep-seated prejudice and ignorance. It’s a shame that people are so focused on other people’s bodies and identities. Trans people are as much a part of this world as anyone else. They shouldn’t have to deal with this level of scrutiny and harassment.
I also wonder what the best course of action is. Honestly, if it were me, I’d be tempted to troll the whole situation. If I was Macron I’d have trolled them with “Yes, she’s trans, but so am I as well, so we’re a regular couple. Case closed”. But I suppose that’s not an option when you’re a head of state dealing with legal matters. It’s still difficult not to imagine a witty response.
The situation is absurd. People, regardless of their race, creed, or gender, should be able to live in peace. I hope this stupid situation comes to an end soon.