Political commentator Candace Owens has made a striking accusation against the French government, stating that she has been warned of a plot to assassinate her. This allegation emerged on Saturday during a broadcast on platform X, in which Owens conveyed that a "high-ranking employee of the French Government" had disclosed a supposed coordinated effort to end her life. However, Owens did not present any evidence to substantiate her claim nor did she reveal the identity of the individual who allegedly provided this information.
The backdrop to this claim is a legal dispute between Owens and French President Emmanuel Macron, alongside his wife, First Lady Brigitte Macron. The Macrons have initiated a defamation lawsuit in the United States against Owens for perpetuating a conspiracy theory that the First Lady was born male—a rumor that has been refuted by multiple sources and repeatedly denied by Brigitte Macron herself.
Owens, who is an outspoken figure in American political discourse, suggested that she found the information provided by the unnamed French official to be credible enough to share publicly, expressing concern for her safety. She further indicated that the American government might be aware of the alleged plot but did not specify which officials might have this knowledge, nor did she provide any documentation to support her accusations.
The situation has been further complicated by Owens' connection to the death of her friend and political ally, Charlie Kirk. Owens insinuated, without evidence, that Tyler Robinson, the individual charged with Kirk's murder, had trained with a French military unit and that the killing was politically motivated. American authorities have stated that Robinson acted out of political animosity, but have not implicated any foreign involvement.
In the midst of these allegations, the French couple's legal action against Owens continues to unfold. They have been pursuing the case since July, with their attorney planning to present various forms of evidence to disprove the claims about Brigitte Macron's gender. Owens has countered by demanding that Brigitte Macron undergo a third-party medical examination, a request grounded in her attorney's assertion that the American legal system necessitates verified evidence.
The White House, the French Government, and Owens were all reached out to for comments by the Daily Mail, but none have provided immediate responses.
Owens concluded her public statement with a religious sentiment, writing, "May God bless you. Truly." This case has garnered significant attention due to its unusual nature and the high-profile individuals involved.
