Jair Bolsonaro

Brazilian federal police searched the home of former President Jair Bolsonaro for weapons but found nothing, as confirmed by his lawyer and a police official. The search was ordered by the Supreme Court due to a discrepancy in registered firearms. Bolsonaro is serving a 27-year sentence for attempting a coup after his 2022 electoral defeat.

Brazil's right-wing movement enters the 2026 presidential election without its strongest candidate, São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas, who is ineligible due to seeking re-election. Jair Bolsonaro is also blocked, with the first-round election set for October 4, 2026, and a likely runoff on October 25.

Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, a top presidential candidate, clashed over U.S. tariffs proposed by the Trump administration, which could apply 25% taxes on Brazilian products. Both candidates argued how public perception of their handling of the tariffs would influence the October election, with Lula defending Brazil’s sovereignty and Bolsonaro suggesting the tariffs would strengthen Lula’s position.

Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, clashed over U.S. proposed 25% tariffs on Brazilian products, with both framing their responses as critical to the October presidential election. Flávio Bolsonaro argued the tariffs would strengthen Lula’s position, while Lula accused the Bolsonaro family of undermining Brazil’s sovereignty with U.S.-aligned policies.

Colombia's election of Abelardo de la Espriella, endorsed by U.S. President Donald Trump, alongside Peru's potential election of Keiko Fujimori and Brazil's upcoming vote, raises concerns about shifting political priorities in the Amazon region. These leaders have signaled support for economic growth through extractive industries, contrasting with previous environmental-focused policies in Colombia and Peru.

Brazil's Supreme Court sentenced Eduardo Bolsonaro in absentia to four years and two months in prison for seeking US sanctions against Brazil during his father's coup trial. Prosecutors alleged he threatened judicial authorities by lobbying for sanctions if proceedings against Jair Bolsonaro did not favor him.

Former deputy Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of Jair Bolsonaro, was sentenced by Brazil's Supreme Court to four years and two months in prison for coercing the justice system through lobbying the United States government to impose sanctions. The sentence is under a semi-open regime and results in political disqualification.

Brazil’s Supreme Court convicted Eduardo Bolsonaro for coercion related to his father’s trial, sentencing him to four years and two months. The court found he illegally lobbied the U.S. government to pressure Brazilian officials, with all five justices agreeing on the conviction. Eduardo’s lawyers disputed the verdict, claiming insufficient evidence, and he has resided in Texas since February 2025.

Brazil's Supreme Court convicted Eduardo Bolsonaro for coercion related to his father's trial. He was sentenced to four years and two months for lobbying the U.S. government to pressure Brazilian officials. Justice Alexandre de Moraes ruled against overseas lobbying by a federal lawmaker.

Chinese beef traders have launched Brazil's first deforestation-free beef certification, Beef on Track, to purchase beef verified as free from illegal forest clearing, protected area use, and slave-like labor. The initiative, led by Imaflora, aims to scale sustainable practices in Brazil's cattle industry, with China's Tianjin Meat Association committing to buy at least 50,000 tons of certified beef in 2025.

Colombia’s national soccer jersey has become a political symbol during the presidential election, with Abelardo de la Espriella’s supporters wearing it at rallies. Sen. Iván Cepeda criticized this use, calling it a theft of a national symbol. The situation mirrors Brazil, where former President Jair Bolsonaro’s supporters adopted the national jersey during his 2022 election.

The Trump administration proposed 25% tariffs on Brazil, accusing the 10th-largest economy of engaging in 'unreasonable' trade practices that 'restrict US commerce'. Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva reacted with 'indignation' and attributed the decision to Flávio Bolsonaro, a senator and son of former president Jair Bolsonaro.

The Trump administration proposed 25% tariffs on Brazil, citing unreasonable trade practices that restrict US commerce. Brazil's president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, expressed indignation and blamed the decision on Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former president Jair Bolsonaro, who was nicknamed 'the Trump of the Tropics' by allies.

The Trump administration proposed 25% tariffs on Brazil, accusing it of unfair trade practices, while Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva condemned the move and linked it to political rivalries involving Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro. The U.S. cited lax anti-corruption enforcement and its own unfair tariffs as reasons, despite maintaining a goods trade surplus with Brazil.

The U.S. has classified two Brazilian gangs as terrorist organizations, a decision experts call a political one to support Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro.

The Trump administration designated Brazil's First Command of the Capital (PCC) and Red Command (CV) as foreign terrorist organizations, citing their combined 50,000+ members and violent activities. The move followed a request by Brazilian Senator Flávio Bolsonaro and faces opposition from President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's government.

Flavio Bolsonaro, son of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, met with U.S. President Donald Trump amid a scandal threatening his presidential campaign. The scandal has significantly impacted his bid for office.

Flávio Bolsonaro's presidential campaign is jeopardized by allegations that he secured film funding for a Bolsonaro biopic from a suspected fraudster, raising ethical and legal concerns.

Flávio Bolsonaro, a Brazilian right-wing presidential hopeful, has been caught on tape asking a jailed banker for $26.8m to fund a film about his father, former president Jair Bolsonaro. The revelation is seen as a serious blow to Flávio's candidacy. The leaked voice memos and text messages were published by the Intercept Brasil.

The Brazilian real fell in value after a report surfaced that President Jair Bolsonaro negotiated with the CEO of Mastercard. This news may impact Brazil's economy and international relations. The withdrawal of Brazilian real banknotes by a customer is also reported.

A massive bank scandal in Brazil is threatening a top ally of President Jair Bolsonaro, Ciro Nogueira is involved. The scandal has significant implications for Bolsonaro's administration and its allies. The situation is being closely watched for its potential impact on Brazilian politics.

Brazil's Congress approved a plan to significantly reduce former President Jair Bolsonaro's 27-year prison sentence, which was imposed for allegedly plotting a coup after losing the 2022 election.

Brazil's Congress approved a plan to significantly reduce former president Jair Bolsonaro's 27-year jail sentence for plotting a coup after losing an election. The move reflects legislative action to address the legal consequences of Bolsonaro's alleged post-election conduct.

Brazil’s congress and senate overturned President Lula’s veto of a bill reducing the prison sentence of former president Jair Bolsonaro, who was convicted of attempting a coup. The bill, initially passed in December, now awaits confirmation by the Supreme Court, with Lula’s veto symbolizing the anniversary of Bolsonaro supporters ransacking Brasília.

Brazil's political landscape remains deeply divided between supporters of Lula and Bolsonaro, though both groups share a common disdain for widespread corruption. The article highlights the polarization but notes a rare consensus on anti-corruption sentiment.

Brazil's former spy chief Alexandre Ramagem, an ally of President Jair Bolsonaro, was released from ICE detention in Orlando, Florida, after being stopped by immigration agents.

Brazil's former spy chief and Bolsonaro ally Alexandre Ramagem was detained by U.S. immigration agents in Orlando, Florida, but has since been released from ICE detention.

Former Brazilian intelligence chief Alexandre Ramagem was detained by U.S. immigration authorities in Florida after fleeing Brazil following a conviction for his role in a coup plot. Brazilian authorities claim the detention is part of international police cooperation, while his supporters argue he should be granted political asylum in the U.S.

Alexandre Ramagem, Brazil's former spy chief, was arrested by ICE in the U.S. and sentenced to 16 years in prison for his role in a coup attempt supported by former President Jair Bolsonaro's supporters. The arrest highlights ongoing political tensions and legal consequences related to the coup attempt.

Brazil's former spy chief, Alexandre Ramagem, was arrested by ICE in the U.S. and sentenced to 16 years in prison for his role in a coup attempt. The attempt was backed by supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro.

Alexandre Ramagem, Brazil's former spy chief, was arrested by ICE agents in the U.S. after fleeing the country following a 16-year sentence for plotting a military coup. He escaped before Jair Bolsonaro's 30-year sentence for an attempted coup, with six other cabinet members also convicted.