Overview
- Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of Jair Bolsonaro, announced his decision to seek political asylum in the U.S., citing alleged persecution by Brazil's judiciary.
- He has taken unpaid leave from his congressional role to advocate for his father's political and legal interests internationally.
- Eduardo accuses Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes of overreach and vows to seek sanctions against him.
- Jair Bolsonaro faces imminent legal proceedings in Brazil, including charges of plotting a coup, with a Supreme Court decision on his trial expected on March 25, 2025.
- Eduardo is leveraging ties with U.S. conservative figures to rally support, including advocating for amnesty for those convicted in Brazil's January 8, 2023 riots.