Brazilian judge puts 10 people convicted over coup plot under house arrest
Summary
A Brazilian judge ordered house arrest for 10 people convicted for participating in a plan to keep former President Jair Bolsonaro in power after he lost the 2022 election. This decision followed the arrest and extradition of a former police commander from Paraguay for his involvement. Bolsonaro is serving a prison sentence for the coup attempt and has been undergoing medical treatments.Key Facts
- A Brazilian judge placed 10 individuals under house arrest for a coup plot involving former President Jair Bolsonaro.
- These individuals were previously using ankle monitors or had movement restrictions.
- Former police commander Silvinei Vasques was extradited to Brazil after being arrested in Paraguay.
- Bolsonaro is serving a 27-year prison sentence for trying to stay in power despite losing the 2022 election.
- Bolsonaro has been in the hospital following surgery and experiencing persistent hiccups.
- President Trump initially criticized the legal proceedings against Bolsonaro, calling it a "witch hunt."
- The U.S. later reduced tariffs on Brazilian imports and lifted sanctions against the judge in Bolsonaro's trial.
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