# Macron defamation lawsuit against Candace Owens > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/macron-defamation-lawsuit-against-candace-owens > Updated: 2026-10-31T05:00:00.000Z. Sources: 17. Developments: 2. French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, filed a defamation lawsuit in July 2025 against American commentator Candace Owens. The lawsuit alleges that Owens used her podcast to spread false claims regarding Brigitte Macron’s identity for financial gain and notoriety. In October 2026, a Delaware Superior Court judge ruled that the court lacks personal jurisdiction over Owens because she resides in Tennessee. While personal liability claims against Owens were dismissed, the legal action is permitted to proceed against two of her corporate entities, Candace Owens LLC and GeorgeTom Inc., which are registered in Delaware. The court is currently evaluating whether French or Delaware statutes of limitations apply to the case. Additionally, reports indicate that the legal proceedings could cost between 5 and 10 million dollars, expenses which may need to be covered by the Macrons' personal funds. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-31: Delaware court declines jurisdiction in Macron lawsuit against Candace Owens A Delaware judge has ruled that the court lacks jurisdiction over a lawsuit filed by Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron against Candace Owens, potentially leaving the couple liable for significant legal costs. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/delaware-court-declines-jurisdiction-in-macron-lawsuit-against-candace-owens ### 2026-10-28: Delaware judge limits Macron defamation lawsuit against Candace Owens A Delaware judge dismissed personal defamation claims against Candace Owens by the Macrons due to lack of jurisdiction, but the lawsuit continues against her two Delaware-registered companies. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/delaware-judge-dismisses-personal-claims-against-candace-owens-in-macron-lawsuit --- Cite as: Macron defamation lawsuit against Candace Owens. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/macron-defamation-lawsuit-against-candace-owens