Summary
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro successfully underwent surgery for an inguinal hernia. Bolsonaro is currently serving a 27-year prison sentence for his involvement in an attempted coup. His son, Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, has announced his candidacy for the upcoming presidential election.
Key Facts
- Jair Bolsonaro, aged 70, had surgery for an inguinal hernia, which was successful.
- Bolsonaro is in prison for a 27-year term due to an attempted coup.
- He received permission to leave prison for medical reasons.
- Bolsonaro was Brazil's President from 2019 to 2022.
- He has had several surgeries since being stabbed in 2018.
- Doctors are considering an additional procedure for him.
- Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, Jair's son, announced his run for president in the next election.
- Bolsonaro maintains his innocence, claiming political persecution.
