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Brigitte Macron Faces Backlash for Disparaging Feminist Protesters

12/16/2025

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Brigitte Macron, France's first lady, faces backlash after a video shows her disparaging feminist protesters in a private chat with Ary Abittan, a comedian.
In the clip, she calls activists "stupid bitches" while joking about protecting Abittan, who has faced rape allegations.
The video circulated after the #NousToutes collective interrupted Abittan's show to protest past accusations.
The incident highlights ongoing tensions in France over sexual violence and the #MeToo era.

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Brigitte Macron, France's first lady, faces backlash after a video shows her disparaging feminist protesters in a private chat with Ary Abittan, a comedian.
In the clip, she calls activists "stupid bitches" while joking about protecting Abittan, who has faced rape allegations.
The video circulated after the #NousToutes collective interrupted Abittan's show to protest past accusations.
The incident highlights ongoing tensions in France over sexual violence and the #MeToo era.