Brigitte Macron’s Slur Against Feminist Protesters Prompts an Outcry in France

New York Times - WorldEN 3 min read 100% complete by Ségolène Le StradicDecember 9, 2025 at 09:18 PM

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French First Lady Brigitte Macron is facing criticism after a video surfaced showing her using a derogatory term to describe feminist protesters. The incident occurred backstage at a theater where Macron was speaking with comedian Ary Abittan, who was accused of rape in 2021, though the charges were later dismissed. Macron used the slur while jokingly vowing to protect Abittan from protesters who had disrupted his show. The video sparked outrage from politicians and feminist activists, particularly the group #NousToutes, who turned the insult into a widely shared hashtag. A spokesperson for the French presidency defended Macron, stating she intended only to reassure the artist and condemns radical protest methods.

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