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US political commentator Candace Owens has escalated her ongoing dispute with French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte by claiming a French government-sponsored hitman is living near her home in Tennessee under a false identity.
In a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter), Owens alleged that a “high-ranking French government employee” informed her of an assassination contract carried out by a small team from France’s National Gendarmerie Intervention Group (GIGN), an elite tactical unit. She further claimed one of the operatives, whom she described as Israeli, has taken up residence close to her home in the United States.
Owens stated she has already alerted “the White House and our counterterrorism agencies” about what she characterized as a “France-and-Israeli assassination plot.” She also suggested she would soon identify the alleged assassin and expose financial transactions connected to Club des Cent, an exclusive French gastronomic society.
These dramatic claims come amid an intensifying legal battle between Owens and the French presidential couple. In July 2025, Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron filed a 22-count defamation lawsuit against Owens in Delaware. The lawsuit centers on Owens’ repeated assertions, made without credible evidence, that Brigitte Macron was born male and has assumed a false identity throughout her life.
According to Al Jazeera reporting, the Macrons’ legal complaint seeks damages for significant harm to their reputation. The lawsuit specifically targets Owens’ podcast series “Becoming Brigitte,” which the complaint describes as spreading “demonstrably false” claims for personal gain and publicity. The Guardian has noted that the podcast series appeared designed to monetize these unverified theories about the French First Lady.
French authorities have categorically rejected Owens’ assassination allegations, with official sources dismissing them as “fake news.” The GIGN has explicitly denied any involvement, emphasizing that their operations are strictly limited to legitimate counter-terrorism, crime-fighting, and hostage rescue missions.
Disinformation experts tracking what they term “transvestigation” conspiracies—attempts to spread gender-based falsehoods about public figures—note that claims regarding Brigitte Macron’s gender identity first surfaced in fringe online communities in 2021. These theories have been thoroughly investigated and debunked by mainstream media organizations and fact-checkers across Europe, according to Euronews reporting.
Political analysts and media commentators have characterized Owens’ assassination claims as reckless and potentially dangerous. The New York Post has reported that no independent evidence has emerged to substantiate her claim about a hitman residing in Tennessee. Several figures from conservative media circles, previously aligned with Owens on other issues, have reportedly distanced themselves from these latest allegations.
For the Macrons, these new assassination allegations add a complex dimension to an already significant legal challenge. Their lawsuit aims not only to restore their personal and professional reputations but also to establish accountability for the amplification and monetization of demonstrably false claims in the digital media landscape.
President Macron has publicly addressed the situation, stating that the couple turned to legal action because Owens’ substantial audience reach in the United States made it impossible to ignore her assertions. He characterized her allegations as “false information” and “fabricated scenarios” deliberately intended to cause harm.
At present, Owens’ assassination claims rest entirely on her statements and an unnamed French government source she claims to have spoken with. No law enforcement agency in either France or the United States has confirmed any aspect of these allegations. The GIGN has categorically denied involvement, and the broader conspiracy theories about Brigitte Macron have been widely discredited through journalistic investigation and legal proceedings.
The ongoing defamation case in Delaware represents a notable legal test concerning misinformation, reputational harm, and the boundaries of free speech in the digital age. It highlights the increasing challenges faced by public figures, journalists, and citizens in distinguishing between legitimate criticism and harmful, unfounded conspiracy theories in today’s information environment.
As this situation continues to develop, the alleged hitman supposedly living near Owens remains unverified by any independent source or law enforcement agency.
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16 Comments
Wow, these are some very serious allegations from Candace Owens. I’m curious to see if there is any credible evidence to support her claims of an assassination plot involving the French government and Israeli agents. This seems like an escalation of the ongoing legal dispute with the Macrons.
I agree, these claims warrant close scrutiny. Given the high-profile nature of the parties involved, it’s important that any alleged threats are properly investigated by the relevant authorities.
This saga between Owens and the Macrons just keeps getting more bizarre. I’m curious to see how this all plays out, both in terms of the legal dispute and the latest allegations of an assassination plot. It’s a complex and high-stakes situation, to be sure.
I agree, the stakes are certainly high here. Given the potential national security implications, I hope the relevant authorities are taking these claims seriously and conducting a thorough investigation to get to the bottom of the matter.
Candace Owens has a history of making controversial and unsubstantiated claims. While the tensions between her and the Macrons are clearly heightened, I would wait to see if there is any credible evidence before jumping to conclusions about an assassination plot.
That’s a fair point. Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence, especially when it comes to matters of national security and potential violence. It’s best to approach this story with caution and an open mind until more details emerge.
This story reads like something out of a spy thriller. Candace Owens is making some wild allegations against the French government and Israel. I’ll be interested to see if any credible evidence emerges to support her claims, but for now, I remain highly skeptical given her track record.
I agree, this does have a very conspiratorial feel to it. While Owens’ claims are attention-grabbing, we’ve seen her make similar inflammatory statements in the past that haven’t held up under scrutiny. I think it’s wise to withhold judgment until the relevant authorities have had a chance to properly investigate the situation.
Candace Owens seems to be escalating her feud with the Macrons in a dramatic way by alleging an assassination plot. While I don’t put much stock in her claims, I do hope the relevant authorities are looking into this to ensure there is no genuine threat, regardless of the source.
That’s a sensible perspective. Even if Owens’ claims ultimately prove unfounded, it’s important that any potential threats to public safety are taken seriously and properly investigated. Maintaining public trust requires thorough and impartial handling of such high-profile allegations.
This is a wild story, even by Candace Owens’ standards. An alleged assassination plot involving the French government and Israeli agents? That’s the stuff of spy novels. I’ll be curious to see if any credible evidence surfaces to support these claims, but for now, I remain highly skeptical.
Agreed. The details of this story sound too fantastical to be believed without solid proof. Given Owens’ history of making unsubstantiated claims, I think it’s wise to approach this with a critical eye and wait for the facts to emerge before drawing any conclusions.
Candace Owens has a history of making inflammatory claims, so I’m inclined to take this latest accusation with a grain of salt. However, the potential implications are serious enough that I hope the relevant agencies are looking into it. We’ll have to wait and see what, if any, evidence emerges.
I agree. While Owens’ track record may raise some skepticism, the nature of the allegations means they can’t be dismissed outright. A thorough, impartial investigation is warranted to determine the facts of the matter and ensure public safety if there is any credible threat.
While I’m no fan of Candace Owens, I have to admit these claims about an assassination plot are quite concerning. If true, it would be a major scandal involving the French government and Israel. However, I’ll reserve judgment until more facts come to light.
That’s a prudent approach. Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence, as they say. I hope the authorities are able to quickly and thoroughly investigate these allegations to determine if there is any truth to them or if this is simply another instance of unfounded conspiracy theories.