In a shocking escalation of her ongoing feud with the French presidential couple, conservative commentator Candace Owens has alleged that Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte have authorized her assassination. This claim, made public on X in November 2025, stems from Owens' controversial podcast series promoting the baseless theory that Brigitte Macron is transgender. As legal battles rage in both France and the US, this story highlights the dangerous intersection of conspiracy theories, defamation, and global politics. Backed by foreign sources like Reuters and The Guardian, we delve into the origins, developments, and implications of this bizarre saga.
The Roots of the Conspiracy: Brigitte Macron Transgender Rumors
The controversy began in 2021 when French journalist Natacha Rey and psychic Amandine Roy claimed in a viral video that Brigitte Macron, born Trogneux, was actually a man who had undergone gender transition and assumed her identity after her supposed early death. This theory, amplified by far-right and conspiracy circles, alleges that Brigitte's brother, Jean-Michel Trogneux, became her. No credible evidence supports this; it's rooted in misinformation and transphobia, as fact-checked by Reuters[1].
Owens revived the rumor in 2024 with her eight-part YouTube series 'Becoming Brigitte,' claiming Brigitte was born male, the Macrons share blood ties, and Emmanuel was involved in a CIA mind-control program. The series garnered millions of views but drew swift backlash. Similar rumors have targeted figures like Michelle Obama, reflecting a pattern of misogynistic disinformation, per Al Jazeera[2].
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— Candace Owens (@RealCandaceO) November 22, 2025
Two days ago I was contacted by a high-ranking employee of the French Government. After determining this person’s position and proximity to the French couple, I have deemed the information they gave me to be credible enough to share publicly in the event that something…
Legal Battles: Defamation Suits and Court Rulings
In response, the Macrons filed a defamation lawsuit against Owens in Delaware Superior Court in July 2025, seeking substantial damages for spreading "outlandish, defamatory, and far-fetched fictions." The 219-page complaint accuses Owens of ignoring evidence and platforming proven defamers. The Macrons plan to present scientific proof, including birth records and expert testimony, to debunk the claims, as reported by ABC News[3].
In France, a Paris court convicted Rey and Roy of defamation in September 2024, awarding €8,000 to Brigitte and €5,000 to her brother. However, the Paris Court of Appeal overturned this in July 2025, ruling the allegations were made in "good faith" and protected by freedom of expression. Brigitte appealed to the Court of Cassation, France's highest court, emphasizing the rumor's harm to her health, according to Le Monde[4]. Meanwhile, ten individuals face trial in October 2025 for online harassment related to the theory.
Assassination Allegations: Owens' Explosive Claims
On November 22, 2025, Owens posted on X alleging a "high-ranking French government employee" warned her of an assassination plot funded by the Macrons. She claimed a small team from the elite National Gendarmerie Intervention Group (GIGN) received the "green light," including one Israeli operative. Owens extended the threat to French journalist Xavier Poussard, former editor of Faits et Documents, who has promoted the transgender theory. She linked it to the September 2025 assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, alleging his killer trained with the French Foreign Legion's 13th Brigade[5].
Owens provided no evidence beyond the anonymous source's "concrete proof," which she deemed credible due to their proximity to the Macrons. She accused the US government of awareness but inaction, stating, "Americans are being assassinated on American soil." Media outlets like Daily Mail and Hindustan Times describe these as "wild" and unsubstantiated, potentially sinking to new conspiratorial depths[6][7].
Xavier Poussard: The French Counterpart in the Crosshairs
Poussard, a key promoter of the theory, mirrors Owens' narrative by claiming Brigitte died young and her brother assumed her identity. His work in far-right publications has fueled the rumor's spread in France. Owens' allegation that he too is targeted underscores the international reach of the conspiracy, as noted in RT and Sportskeeda reports[8][9]. No official confirmation exists, and French authorities have not commented.
Implications: Transphobia, Misinformation, and Global Tensions
This saga exemplifies how conspiracy theories erode trust in institutions and target women in power with transphobic attacks. The Guardian highlights its roots in French societal distrust post-Covid, amplified globally via social media[10]. Owens' claims, blending anti-French, anti-Israeli, and anti-government sentiments, risk further polarization. As courts deliberate, the focus remains on balancing free speech with protection from harm.
For updates, follow developments in the US and French legal systems, where truth may prevail over fiction.
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