Bulwark Takes: Detailed Summary of "Candace Owens’ DISGUSTING Obsession May Cost Her Big"

Release Date: July 24, 2025
Host: Sonny Bunch
Guest: Will Sommer, Author of the False Flag Newsletter

1. Introduction to the Controversy

The episode kicks off with host Sonny Bunch introducing guest Will Sommer to discuss a significant emerging story involving Candace Owens, a prominent conservative commentator known for her influential presence on platforms like YouTube.

Sonny Bunch [00:00]:
"We've got a big breaking story here today. Turns out Candace Owens may regret insinuating for the last several years that Emmanuel Macron's wife used to was a man."

2. Candace Owens' Allegations Against Brigitte Macron

Will Sommer delves into the specifics of Owens' controversial claims, highlighting the absurdity and unfounded nature of her assertions.

Will Sommer [00:28]:
"Candace Owens... had this really long docu series, I think it was eight parts a few months ago, alleging that Brigitte Macron, the wife of the President of France, was trans."

Owens didn't stop at labeling Brigitte Macron as transgender; she escalated her claims by suggesting Macron's wife might actually be Macron's father and implicated them in an alleged "centuries-old medieval cult" aimed at undermining global stability. Sommer underscores the bizarre nature of these allegations, noting Owens' methods lack credible evidence.

Will Sommer [02:31]:
"There are a lot of pictures of Brigitte Macron as a younger woman around the time she was a teacher... How does Candace Owens get around this idea that all these people knew Brigitte Macron as a woman?"

3. The Macron Family's Legal Response

The Macron family has not taken these allegations lightly. They have filed a defamation lawsuit against Candace Owens in the United States, aiming to hold her accountable for the defamatory claims.

Sonny Bunch [01:49]:
"The Macrons are saying enough is enough. And they have filed a lawsuit in the US against Candace Owens."

Sommer elaborates on the lawsuit's foundations, pointing out that while defamation cases in the U.S. require proof of damages, the Macron family argues that Owens' actions have caused significant emotional and reputational harm.

Will Sommer [05:53]:
"Brigitte Macron has suffered a lot of emotional damage from this... The lawsuit is nearly 300 pages and goes into all of this crazy stuff Owens has said."

4. Candace Owens' Defense and Right-Wing Media Reaction

Despite the gravity of the lawsuit, Owens remains defiant. Her team has not yet been served, and she appears unbothered, framing the situation as a "Streisand effect" that could further amplify her reach and influence.

Will Sommer [02:31]:
"She's not backing down. She is not addressing it on her show, but they see this as a sort of Streisand effect situation."

Sonny Bunch reflects on the broader implications within the right-wing media landscape, questioning the unity of the movement in response to such extreme claims.

Sonny Bunch [08:15]:
"I am like, I'm actually kind of fascinated by the MAGA world reaction to this because there has to be... the more respectable elements of this movement have kind of been like, stop talking about this, you sound insane."

5. Legal Battle and Potential Outcomes

The lawsuit represents a significant challenge for Owens, especially considering the Macron family has enlisted the formidable legal team of Claire Locke, known for high-profile defamation cases. Winning a libel case in the U.S. is notoriously difficult, and Owens' defenses—primarily asserting the truth of her claims—are unlikely to hold given the overwhelming evidence of defamation.

Will Sommer [10:22]:
"The Macron have hired Claire Locke, which is the headhunter defamation, libel lawsuit firm... So they really got the big guns here."

Sonny Bunch expresses skepticism about Owens' ability to successfully defend her allegations, emphasizing the lack of substantial evidence and the personal vendetta against a public figure.

Sonny Bunch [10:22]:
"It seems like she will not have the foundational bedrock defense against libel and slander, which is that it's the truth."

6. Broader Impact on Right-Wing Narratives

Sommer comments on the evolution of right-wing conspiracy theories, noting that while previous claims often targeted specific individuals or events, Owens' accusations against a foreign dignitary represent a troubling escalation.

Will Sommer [10:59]:
"In the past... we saw a lot more of a shift away to much more, like the nefarious cabal who we're not going to name... But Candace Owens was doing something interesting which was accusing someone quite directly."

7. Conclusion and Future Implications

The episode concludes with both hosts acknowledging the potential for further developments in this legal battle and its repercussions within the conservative media sphere. Sonny Bunch anticipates ongoing media coverage and public discussions surrounding the lawsuit.

Sonny Bunch [12:45]:
"Well, Sonny, thanks for breaking this down first. There'll be many more stories about this in the weeks to come because Owens has nothing to lose by not backing down."

Final Remarks: Sonny Bunch wraps up the episode by encouraging listeners to subscribe to The Bulwark and stay informed about this unfolding story, highlighting the importance of understanding the complexities and consequences of such high-profile defamation cases.

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