Brazil’s Bolsonaro arrested days before start of 27-year prison sentence
Summary
Former President Jair Bolsonaro of Brazil has been arrested by federal police days before starting a 27-year prison sentence. He was convicted for trying to lead a coup after losing the 2022 election. His arrest was carried out following a request by Brazil's Supreme Court.Key Facts
- Jair Bolsonaro, former President of Brazil, was arrested by federal police.
- He faces a 27-year prison sentence for his role in a failed coup attempt.
- Bolsonaro has been under house arrest since August before being transferred to detention.
- His arrest was requested by Brazil’s Supreme Court.
- Bolsonaro was Brazil's president from 2019 to 2022.
- The coup attempt was linked to riots after the 2022 election, similar to the 2021 U.S. Capitol riot.
- President Trump has criticized the prosecution of Bolsonaro, calling it a "witch-hunt."
- Relations between the U.S. and Brazil are strained due to tariffs imposed by the U.S. government.
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