19-07-2025

Bolsonaro Faces Trial, US Intervenes on His Behalf

Date: 19-07-2025
Sources: bbc.com: 1 | edition.cnn.com: 2 | foxnews.com: 2 | theguardian.com: 1
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Source: edition.cnn.com

Image content: The image shows a photograph of a man surrounded by microphones, with the text "BOLSONARO ORDERED TO WEAR ANKLE TAG" superimposed over it. The main subject is a middle-aged man in a dark shirt, addressing reporters, with other men around. The scene is set outdoors on a sunny day.

Summary

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is on trial for allegedly plotting a coup to prevent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva from taking office. A Brazilian court has ordered Bolsonaro to wear an ankle tag and imposed a curfew. The US, under the influence of former President Donald Trump, has intervened on Bolsonaro's behalf, imposing visa restrictions on Brazilian judges and threatening tariffs on Brazilian goods.

Key Points

  • Bolsonaro is on trial for allegedly plotting a coup
  • Brazilian court orders Bolsonaro to wear ankle tag and imposes curfew
  • US imposes visa restrictions on Brazilian judges supporting Bolsonaro's prosecution
  • Former US President Donald Trump threatens tariffs on Brazilian goods in support of Bolsonaro

Articles in this Cluster

Bolsonaro: Court orders him to wear ankle tag and imposes curfewBritish Broadcasting CorporationBritish Broadcasting Corporation

A Brazilian court has ordered former President Jair Bolsonaro to wear an ankle tag and imposed a curfew due to concerns he might flee while on trial for allegedly plotting a coup to prevent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva from taking office. Bolsonaro denies wrongdoing and claims political persecution. The US, under President Donald Trump, has intervened on Bolsonaro's behalf, threatening tariffs on Brazilian goods and revoking visas for Brazilian judicial officials involved in the case.
Entities: Jair Bolsonaro, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, Brazil, Donald Trump, Supreme CourtTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Jair Bolsonaro denies coup charges as police raid home | CNN

The article reports on a police raid on former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro's home as part of an investigation into allegations that he plotted to overturn the 2022 presidential election results. Bolsonaro denies the charges and has been ordered to wear an electronic ankle tag. The article also includes summaries of other news stories, including military drills in Taiwan, a humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and tensions between Russia and Ukraine.
Entities: Jair Bolsonaro, Brazil, Supreme Court, 2022 presidential election, Luiz Inácio Lula da SilvaTone: neutralSentiment: neutralIntent: inform

Video: Trump diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency | CNN Politics

The article reports on President Donald Trump's diagnosis with chronic venous insufficiency, a condition causing swelling in his legs, as announced by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. The article also covers various other news stories, including the DOJ's move to release grand jury testimony in the Jeffrey Epstein case, the charging of five people in connection with the death of a UC Berkeley professor in Greece, and several other domestic and international news items.
Entities: Donald Trump, Karoline Leavitt, Jeffrey Epstein, Justice Department, UC BerkeleyTone: neutralSentiment: neutralIntent: inform

Brazilian police search Bolsonaro's home, political headquarters | Fox News

Brazilian police searched former President Jair Bolsonaro's home and political headquarters on July 18, 2025, following warrants and restraining orders issued by the country's Supreme Court. Bolsonaro is prohibited from contacting foreign officials, using social media, and approaching embassies. He is also required to wear an ankle monitor and is restricted from leaving his home between 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.
Entities: Jair Bolsonaro, Brazil, Supreme Court, Alexandre de Moraes, Eduardo BolsonaroTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Rubio imposes visa restrictions on Brazilian judge over Bolsonaro case | Fox News

The U.S. Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, has imposed visa restrictions on Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes and his family members in response to Moraes' actions against former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro. Bolsonaro is facing allegations of attempting to overturn the 2022 Brazilian presidential election and is currently under investigation by Moraes. The U.S. has taken a supportive stance towards Bolsonaro, with Rubio criticizing Moraes' actions as a 'political witch hunt' and former U.S. President Donald Trump expressing his support for Bolsonaro and threatening to impose tariffs on Brazilian goods.
Entities: Marco Rubio, Jair Bolsonaro, Alexandre de Moraes, Brazil, United StatesTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Rubio moves to strip US visas from eight Brazilian judges in Bolsonaro battle | Marco Rubio | The Guardian

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has revoked US visas for eight Brazilian Supreme Court judges as part of the Trump administration's efforts to support former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, who is on trial for allegedly attempting to seize power through a military coup. The move has been widely criticized by the Brazilian government and seen as an interference in Brazil's judicial system.
Entities: Marco Rubio, Jair Bolsonaro, Brazil, US, Donald TrumpTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform