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Former Brazilian President Bolsonaro Accused of Coup Plot

Testimonies from military commanders implicate Jair Bolsonaro in a plan to overturn the 2022 election results, as investigations into his role in the January 8 riots continue.

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TOPSHOT - Brazilian former President, Jair Bolsonaro, speaks to the press at the Juscelino Kubitschek International Airport in Brasilia on June 30, 2023. Brazil's far-right ex-president Jair Bolsonaro vowed Friday to appeal a court ruling barring him from public office for eight years over unfounded attacks he had made against the country's voting system. The ruling renders the 68-year-old ineligible to stand in the next presidential election in 2026 -- opening the contest for a new leader for Brazil's political right. (Photo by Sergio Lima / AFP) (Photo by SERGIO LIMA/AFP via Getty Images)

Overview

  • Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is implicated in a plot to declare martial law and remain in power after losing the 2022 election, according to testimonies from former military commanders.
  • Bolsonaro denies allegations and claims political persecution, asserting he is not afraid of any trial as long as judges are impartial.
  • Documents reveal Bolsonaro presented military leaders with plans to overturn the election results; they refused and threatened arrest.
  • The Supreme Court releases testimonies as part of investigations into Bolsonaro's links to the January 8, 2023, riots in Brasilia.
  • Bolsonaro remains active in politics, attending campaign events and supporting candidates for upcoming local elections.