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Brigitte Macron Faces Backlash for 'Stupid Bitches' Remark

12/18/2025

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Brigitte Macron, wife of the president, faces a legal complaint from 343 complainants representing more than 300 women's rights groups after she called feminist protesters 'stupid bitches' backstage in Paris theatre.
The complaint shows a disconnect between advocacy and remarks.
Les Tricoteuses Hystériques are among the groups involved, formed during a major rape trial.
343 complainants reference a historic abortion rights petition, while celebrities express support with #salesconnes.

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Story summary

Brigitte Macron, wife of the president, faces a legal complaint from 343 complainants representing more than 300 women's rights groups after she called feminist protesters 'stupid bitches' backstage in Paris theatre.
The complaint shows a disconnect between advocacy and remarks.
Les Tricoteuses Hystériques are among the groups involved, formed during a major rape trial.
343 complainants reference a historic abortion rights petition, while celebrities express support with #salesconnes.