US Intervenes in Bolsonaro's Coup Trial | JQJO

The US, under the Trump administration, is intensifying efforts to aid Jair Bolsonaro, Brazil's former president, facing house arrest and trial for allegedly orchestrating a coup attempt. The State Department condemned Bolsonaro's arrest, hinting at further sanctions against Brazilian Supreme Court justices. Trump imposed Magnitsky sanctions on Judge Moraes and tariffs on Brazilian imports, characterizing the trial as a "witch-hunt." Bolsonaro's supporters, some waving US flags, protested his arrest and called for Trump's continued intervention. Bolsonaro faces a potential life sentence if found guilty.