Social Media Laughs It Up As Candace Owens Faces Defamation Lawsuit From French President and Spouse

French President Emmanuel Macron and his spouse, Brigitte Macron, have initiated a defamation lawsuit against Candace Owens, who consistently asserts that the French first lady was born male.This extensive lawsuit, encompassing 219 pages, outlines 22 allegations of defamation, false light, and defamation by implication, claiming that the right-wing podcaster has tarnished their reputation with “bizarre, false, and implausible fabrications.”The complaint, lodged in Delaware, cites various theories proposed by Owens, such as the assertion that the couple is secretly “blood relatives” and accused of “worshipping a transgender deity.” The Macrons are pursuing punitive damages and are demanding a jury trial, though the amount remains unspecified.Many online observers view this as a long-awaited moment for Owens. Comments reflect a broad sentiment that freedom of speech does not excuse spreading misinformation, with users expressing hopes that this lawsuit might lead to significant consequences for Owens.

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