Candace Owens fires back: ‘Brigitte Macron has never sued anyone… because..."

In a fiery rebuttal to the defamation lawsuit filed against her by French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron, conservative commentator Candace Owens took to X (formerly Twitter) to assert, "This is verifiably false.

She isn’t suing me for saying she’s a man. She has never sued anyone ever for saying she’s a dude.

Because she is one."The Macrons' lawsuit, filed in Delaware Superior Court, accuses Owens of spreading false and defamatory claims about Brigitte Macron, alleging that she was born a man named Jean-Michel Trogneux. The suit seeks unspecified damages and a jury trial, alleging that Owens' podcast series, "Becoming Brigitte," and related content have caused significant harm to the Macrons' reputations.Owens has vehemently denied the allegations, maintaining that her statements are protected under the First Amendment and that she is exercising her right to free speech. She has also claimed that the Macrons' legal actions are an attempt to silence her and suppress her views.

The defamation lawsuit has drawn significant attention, with legal experts weighing in on the potential implications for freedom of speech and the boundaries of public discourse.

Some argue that the case could set a precedent for how public figures address defamatory statements, while others caution against the chilling effect such lawsuits may have on free expression.As the legal battle unfolds, both sides are preparing for a protracted court fight. The Macrons are expected to present evidence, including photographs and expert testimony, to substantiate their claims. Owens, on the other hand, remains steadfast in her defense, asserting that her statements are based on information she believes to be true and are within her rights to express.The outcome of this lawsuit could have far-reaching consequences, not only for the parties involved but also for the broader conversation about the limits of free speech and the responsibilities of public figures in the digital age. As the case progresses, it will undoubtedly continue to capture public attention and spark debate across various platforms.