Candace Owens has been sued by French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, for defamation regarding claims that Brigitte is transgender. The 219-page legal complaint outlines allegations that Owens has posted numerous false videos promoting this conspiracy theory on her popular YouTube channel. The Macrons have attempted to address these claims multiple times, but Owens has continued her narrative, leading to legal action as a last resort. They are seeking punitive damages, the amount of which has not been disclosed. The couple has a history of facing similar conspiracy theories in France.
A 219-page complaint alleges Candace Owens has posted multiple lie-filled videos asserting Brigitte Macron is transgender, using these false statements to gain notoriety and profit.
Tom Clare, the Macrons' lawyer, confirmed that the couple has repeatedly requested Owens to stop these claims but faced mockery and a lack of compliance.
The lawsuit filed by the Macrons seeks punitive damages against Owens for her defamatory claims, with the implication of substantial awards if misleading statements continue.
The Macrons have a history of facing conspiracy theories in France, including claims regarding Brigitte's gender that have persisted for years.
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