Brazil court bars Bolsonaro’s son from visiting ex-president for 90 days
Summary
Brazil’s Supreme Court has banned Flavio Bolsonaro from visiting his father, former President Jair Bolsonaro, for 90 days because they broke the rules of Jair Bolsonaro’s house arrest. The court’s decision came after Flavio read a letter from his father on social media, which Jair Bolsonaro is not allowed to do while under house arrest.Key Facts
- Flavio Bolsonaro is a presidential candidate and son of former President Jair Bolsonaro.
- Jair Bolsonaro is under house arrest after being sentenced for trying to overturn the 2022 election results.
- The court ruled that Flavio and Jair Bolsonaro violated house arrest rules by sharing a letter publicly.
- The 90-day ban on visits will last through most of Brazil’s presidential election campaign.
- Jair Bolsonaro is prohibited from using social media or communicating through others during house arrest.
- The court asked Jair Bolsonaro’s lawyers to explain if he knew the letter would be posted online.
- Flavio Bolsonaro criticized the ruling as unfair and said it interferes with the election.
- Jair Bolsonaro has endorsed Flavio as his political successor despite his conviction and house arrest.
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