France’s first couple sue Candace Owens for defamation over claims that Brigitte Macron is a man

Macron's U.S. lawyer said the suit was “really a last resort” after a fruitless yearlong effort to engage with Owens

French President Emmanuel Macron and wife Brigitte — FILE – French President Emmanuel Macron and wife Brigitte arrive at 10 Downing Street in London, Wednesday, July 9, 2025.(AP Photo/Alberto Pezzali, Pool, File)

By Associated Press

UPDATED: July 24, 2025 at 7:48 AM PDT

France's first couple plans to seek "substantial" damages from the U.S. right-leaning political influencer.

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Originally Published: July 24, 2025 at 5:13 AM PDT

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