Overview

• OFAC designated Viviane Barci de Moraes and Lex under the Global Magnitsky program, freezing any U.S.-linked assets, prohibiting transactions with U.S. persons, and revoking visas.
• Treasury described Lex as the vehicle that holds the Moraes family's properties, citing control of their residence and other real estate, including a reported R$12 million Lago Sul purchase in August.
• Brazil's Foreign Ministry condemned the move as interference, the Supreme Court called it unjust, and Alexandre de Moraes said he will continue to judge with independence.
• Experts warn of immediate pressure on banking relationships, credit cards, and access to U.S.-based technology services, with potential spillovers for Brazilian institutions connected to U.S. financial rails.
• The step broadens July measures against Moraes, drew extensive international coverage as a diplomatic escalation, and coincided with U.S. visa cancellations affecting additional Brazilian judicial figures.