French President Macron and wife file defamation suit against commentator Candace Owens

French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte, have filed a defamation lawsuit against conservative commentator Candace Owens for her false claims, including that Brigitte was born male, which they allege were made for personal gain and caused them significant distress. The 200-page complaint includes 22 counts of defamation, seeking damages, while Owens’ representatives argue the lawsuit attacks her First Amendment rights.

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