Overview

• Alexandre de Moraes told Bolsonaro’s defense to justify his recent public remarks within 24 hours or face immediate detention.
• Bolsonaro showed off his electronic ankle monitor in Congress and spoke to reporters in breach of restrictions on media appearances.
• Preventive measures imposed by the court include an ankle monitor, prohibition on social media, and bans on contacting co-defendants or foreign entities.
• The trial has entered its defense phase after closing the evidentiary stage, and a verdict on the alleged 2022 coup plot is expected in September.
• President Trump has called the trial a “witch hunt” and threatened 50% tariffs on Brazilian exports.