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Jair Bolsonaro Sentenced to 27 Years for Coup Plotting in Brazil

FRANCE 24 EnglishOctober 5, 20251 min4,079 views
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Supreme Court Verdict

  • ⚖️ Brazil's Supreme Court has sentenced former President Jair Bolsonaro to 27 years and 3 months in prison.
  • 🎯 The conviction is for plotting a coup to remain in power after his 2022 election defeat.
  • 🏛️ Charges also include inciting a mob to storm government buildings and knowledge of a plan to assassinate a rival.

Public Reaction

  • 🎉 Streets across Brazil saw celebrations from those who supported the verdict.
  • 😢 Conversely, Bolsonaro's supporters expressed tears and disbelief, with some appealing to Donald Trump for help.

Bolsonaro's Response and Future

  • 🚫 Jair Bolsonaro denies all wrongdoing and is currently under house arrest.
  • 🧑‍⚖️ He plans to appeal the decision, though experts believe his chances of overturning it are minimal.
  • 🗳️ Despite the sentence, Bolsonaro remains a significant political figure and is banned from running for office until 2030.
  • 🤝 He is expected to select a running mate to challenge President Lula in the upcoming election.
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