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Brazil Supreme Court Suspends Law Reducing Bolsonaro's Sentence
PoliticsThe GuardianAl Jazeeratagesschau+10DWle-figaroder-standardorfn1-serbiaobservadorhotnewsla-vanguardia+2 more1mo ago13 sources

Brazil Supreme Court Suspends Law Reducing Bolsonaro's Sentence

Brazil's Supreme Court, through a judge's decision, has suspended a law that could have reduced the 27-year prison sentence of former President Jair Bolsonaro. This action blocks any potential early release for Bolsonaro under the new legislation.

Bolsonaro's Health Improves, Moved from ICU
Worldnaftemporiki3mo ago

Bolsonaro's Health Improves, Moved from ICU

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro's health is improving, and he has been transferred from an intensive care unit to a high-dependency unit in a private clinic in Brasília.

Supporters of Bolsonaro rally across Brazil
PoliticsKorea Herald4mo ago

Supporters of Bolsonaro rally across Brazil

Thousands of supporters of Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro demonstrated in cities across the South American nation on Sunday, as organizers hoped to build momentum for a right-wing victory in the upcoming presidential elections. Protesters draped in yellow and green — the colors of the national flag — took to the streets in Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and the capital Brasilia to voice their opposition to current President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva who faces a tough reelection bid in Octob

Brazil’s top prosecutor opposes Bolsonaro house arrest
Politicsmercopress4mo ago

Brazil’s top prosecutor opposes Bolsonaro house arrest

Brazil’s Prosecutor-General Paulo Gonet filed an opinion on Friday with the Supreme Federal Court (STF) opposing a request for former President Jair Bolsonaro to serve his sentence under house arrest, arguing that the facility where he is held has adequate medical support.

Businessbloomberg1d ago

Bolsonaro Urges Trump to Avoid Tariffs Benefiting Lula

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has reportedly appealed to Donald Trump to refrain from imposing tariffs that could inadvertently benefit current Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The request highlights ongoing political dynamics between the two leaders and their respective countries.

Bolsonaro's Son Sentenced for Lobbying US Against Brazil
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Bolsonaro's Son Sentenced for Lobbying US Against Brazil

Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro, has been sentenced to four years in prison for lobbying US authorities to impose sanctions on Brazil. The conviction stems from his efforts to seek American support for his father's political agenda.

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Lula Leads Bolsonaro in Brazil Poll Amid Scandal

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has taken a lead over Jair Bolsonaro in a recent Brazilian election poll. This shift comes after Bolsonaro's son, Flavio Bolsonaro, was linked to a scandal-plagued banker.

Brazil Congress Approves Plan to Drastically Cut Bolsonaro's Jail Term
WorldBBCle-figaroFrance 24+3aktuality-skla-vanguardiamyjoyonline2mo ago6 sources

Brazil Congress Approves Plan to Drastically Cut Bolsonaro's Jail Term

Brazil's Congress has approved a measure to significantly reduce the potential jail term for former President Jair Bolsonaro, overriding a presidential veto. This decision could see his sentence cut from 27 years to just over two years.

Bolsonaro Hospitalized After Feeling Unwell in Prison
Politicsle-figaro3mo ago

Bolsonaro Hospitalized After Feeling Unwell in Prison

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been hospitalized after experiencing discomfort while in prison. Bolsonaro, who is serving a 27-year sentence for an attempted coup, has a history of recurring health issues requiring hospitalizations.

Bolsonaro's Wife Breaks with Stepson's Candidacy
Worldobservador9d ago

Bolsonaro's Wife Breaks with Stepson's Candidacy

Brazil's former first lady has publicly distanced herself from her stepson's political candidacy, citing disrespectful treatment and stating her priority is caring for Jair Bolsonaro under house arrest.

US Targeting of Brazilian Gangs Seen as Election Interference
WorldSCMP1mo ago

US Targeting of Brazilian Gangs Seen as Election Interference

Experts suggest that the US decision to classify two Brazilian gangs as terrorist organizations is a political move aimed at bolstering an ally of former US President Donald Trump, the son of former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro, ahead of elections.

Brazil Congress Reduces Bolsonaro's Prison Sentence
PoliticsAPBBCFT+19The Guardiannzzyle-uutisetruvaftonbladetberlingskeSCMPFrance 24+11 more2mo ago22 sources

Brazil Congress Reduces Bolsonaro's Prison Sentence

Brazil's Congress has approved a measure to significantly reduce the prison sentence of former President Jair Bolsonaro, overriding a veto by current President Lula. This action could drastically cut Bolsonaro's 27-year jail term.

Michael Jackson Biopic Faces Criticism Amid Box Office Projections
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Michael Jackson Biopic Faces Criticism Amid Box Office Projections

The upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, "Michael," is drawing early criticism from some who call it a "whitewash" and "ghoulish," even as it projects a strong global box office debut. Producers and stars have also teased potential sequels and discussed the film's impact.

Fugitive Bolsonaro Ally Arrested by US Immigration
PoliticsAPle-mondewapo+16The GuardianAl Jazeeradr-dknosaftonbladetDWle-figaroSCMP+8 more2mo ago19 sources

Fugitive Bolsonaro Ally Arrested by US Immigration

Alexandre Ramagem, Brazil's former intelligence chief and an ally of Jair Bolsonaro, who was convicted in a 2022 coup attempt, has been arrested by US immigration authorities. He was apprehended by ICE while a fugitive in the United States.

Former Brazilian President Bolsonaro Leaves Hospital for Home Arrest
PoliticsAPle-figaropublico+4delfi-ltdigi24straits-timesbalkan-web3mo ago7 sources

Former Brazilian President Bolsonaro Leaves Hospital for Home Arrest

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, 71, has been discharged from the hospital and transferred to his residence to serve his sentence under home arrest, following his admission for bronchopneumonia with symptoms including high fever and chills.

Brazilian Prosecutor Approves House Arrest for Bolsonaro
Politicsobservador3mo ago

Brazilian Prosecutor Approves House Arrest for Bolsonaro

The Brazilian Public Prosecutor's Office has approved former President Jair Bolsonaro's request to serve his 27-year and 3-month sentence for a coup attempt under house arrest, with the final decision pending from Judge Alexandre de Moraes.

Bolsonaro moved to intensive care with bronchopneumonia as family renews house arrest plea
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Bolsonaro moved to intensive care with bronchopneumonia as family renews house arrest plea

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was admitted on Friday to the intensive care unit of Brasília’s DF Star hospital after being transferred from prison with high fever, low oxygen saturation, sweating and chills. The medical bulletin said tests confirmed bilateral bacterial bronchopneumonia and that the former president is receiving intravenous antibiotics and non-invasive clinical support.