Brazil’s Supreme Court orders house arrest for former President Bolsonaro, a Trump ally
Summary
Brazil's Supreme Court has placed former President Jair Bolsonaro under house arrest. He is accused of plotting a coup to stay in power after losing the 2022 election. The move has caused a strong reaction both within Brazil and internationally.Key Facts
- Brazil's Supreme Court ordered house arrest for former President Jair Bolsonaro.
- Bolsonaro is accused of planning a coup against the elected government after losing in 2022.
- He violated court-imposed measures by making public statements through his sons.
- Bolsonaro is required to wear an electronic ankle monitor.
- The decision follows protests by Bolsonaro's supporters urging Congress to pardon him and others involved in past unrest.
- U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the court's action and related trade penalties to the situation.
- Bolsonaro's legal team plans to appeal the court's decision.
- Federal agents have seized cell phones from Bolsonaro’s residence as part of the investigation.
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