Key Highlights
- Brigitte Macron’s name was altered to a male version on her tax file by hackers.
- A governmental official confirmed that the change occurred in September 2024.
- Ten individuals, including an elected official and a computer scientist, are facing trial for sexist cyberbullying against Brigitte Macron.
- The controversy has been ongoing since 2021 when rumors spread about her birth gender.
Brigitte Macron’s Name Altered in Tax Hack: Gender Controversy Intensifies
In a bizarre twist, the official tax portal of France experienced a cyberattack that resulted in Brigitte Macron’s name being changed to a male version. The incident, which was confirmed by Tristan Bomme, head of the administration for the Macrons, highlights the ongoing gender controversy surrounding the First Lady.
Alteration of Brigitte’s Name on Tax Portal
In September 2024, during a routine audit of Brigitte’s tax reports, it was discovered that her name had been altered to “Jean-Michel Macron” on the official French tax portal. Bomme explained: “Madame Macron logged into her personal account and saw that instead of saying ‘Brigitte Macron,’ it displayed ‘Jean-Michel Macron.'”
Investigation Reveals Deliberate Cyberattack
Fears of a software glitch were quickly dismissed as the investigation revealed that the change was intentional. Bomme stated: “The section which had been edited is impossible to change without the individual user’s permission, which means it must have been done by someone else.” Two suspects were identified and are under scrutiny for their involvement in the cyberattack.
Legal Battle Against Cyberbullying
The incident has sparked a legal battle against those responsible for the sexist cyberbullying. Eight men and two women, including an elected official, gallery owner, teacher, medium, and even a computer scientist, are set to stand trial in Paris on Monday for defamatory accusations about Brigitte’s “gender” and “sexuality.”
Brigitte Macron has faced humiliation in recent years as rumors claiming she was born male have spread online. One of the biggest allegations came from US pundit Candace Owens, who said she would stake her entire professional reputation on the claim that Brigitte is a man and even alleged that she is actually her brother Jean-Michel Trogneux.
Macrons Sue for Defamation
In July 2025, Brigitte and Emmanuel Macron filed for defamation against bloggers Natacha Rey and Amandine Roy, who had been spreading these rumors. The Macrons won the case in Paris but later lost an appeal at the Paris Court of Appeal due to freedom of expression concerns.
Scientific Evidence to Prove Gender
To counter these baseless claims, Brigitte is prepared to provide scientific and photographic evidence that she has always been a woman. Experts suggest five types of evidence:
- Childbirth: Showing proof of carrying a child would be the strongest evidence.
- Hormone Levels: Testing sex hormone levels, such as testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone.
- Male Gene: Running a genetic test for the “make male” gene to show its absence.
- Chromosome Screening: A simple screen could show whether Brigitte carries a Y chromosome.
- Menstrual History: Reviewing menstrual history, including when it began and how regular it is.
President’s Denial of Allegations
President Emmanuel Macron has vehemently denied the allegations, branding them as “false and fabricated.” He stated on International Women’s Day: “The worst thing is the false information and fabricated scenarios. People eventually believe them.”
The case highlights the ongoing gender controversy in France and the lengths to which some individuals will go to spread such rumors, even hacking into official government systems.
