Brazil Seeks Extradition of Bolsonaro Backers from Argentina
Brazilian authorities aim to extradite dozens linked to the January 2023 coup attempt, now residing in Argentina.
- Brazil's Federal Police have requested the extradition of 63 individuals accused of participating in the January 8, 2023, riots in Brasilia.
- The extradition request, involving suspects believed to be in Argentina, has been sent to Brazil's Justice Ministry for further action.
- The January 2023 riots involved the storming of Brazil's Congress, Supreme Court, and presidential palace by supporters of former President Jair Bolsonaro.
- Many of the accused fled Brazil following the incident, with some reportedly escaping to Argentina after the election of right-wing President Javier Milei.
- The extradition process is part of a broader investigation into the attempted coup, which has resulted in numerous arrests and ongoing legal proceedings.