Candace Owens: From Daily Wire Exit to Macron Lawsuit – A Year of Controversies
Major Legal Battle with French First Family
French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte, have filed a 22-count defamation lawsuit in the United States against right-wing podcaster Candace Owens over claims about Brigitte’s identity.
The lawsuit highlights that Owens received a detailed retraction demand letter in December that “conclusively disproved” her claims, but instead of retracting, she produced an eight-part video series titled “Becoming Brigitte.” The complaint alleges that Owens “aggressively monetized” the series and used it to “elevate her personal brand.”
Professional Transitions and Platform Growth
Earlier this year, Owens departed from The Daily Wire in March 2024 following disagreements with co-founder Ben Shapiro over her stance on Israel. The split occurred after Owens criticized US support for Israel and made controversial comments about “political Jews,” which Shapiro described as “absolutely disgraceful.”
Following her exit from The Daily Wire, Owens launched an independent YouTube channel, which has grown to over 3.8 million subscribers as of February 2025.
Recent Political Stance Shifts
In 2025, Owens has taken critical positions against former President Trump, calling him “a chronic disappointment” and saying she feels “embarrassed” for telling people to vote for him. She has particularly criticized Trump’s bombing of Iran, which she called “utterly deranged.”
Personal Developments
On a personal level, Owens welcomed her fourth child, a boy, in May 2025. Earlier in April 2024, she announced her conversion to the Catholic Church and was baptized in the Brompton Oratory.
Legal Implications
The Macrons are being represented by Clare Locke, a law firm known for handling high-profile reputation cases, including Dominion Voting Systems’ historic $787 million settlement against Fox News. The complaint seeks “actual, presumed, and punitive” monetary damages, marking a significant legal challenge for the controversial commentator.
