France's Brigitte running France now? Macron's shocking ‘helpless’ admission on camera stuns crowd

French President Emmanuel Macron has launched one of his strongest attacks yet on online abuse, revealing that vicious rumours targeting his wife Brigitte played a direct role in shaping his new push against “fake news” and cyberbullying. Speaking at a major media debate, Macron admitted he and the First Lady felt “helpless” as false claims spread unchecked — some even reaching court. He now wants emergency legal powers to force platforms to act. But will this fight reshape online freedom in France, or ignite an even bigger storm?