Trial of Brazil's ex-President Bolsonaro enters final phase

Published: 9/1/2025
Trial of Brazil's ex-President Bolsonaro enters final phase
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro's trial nears conclusion as a panel of Supreme Court judges is set to reach a verdict, potentially resulting in decades of jail time for Bolsonaro if found guilty of charges including attempting a coup and damage to federal property. Bolsonaro, who denies the allegations, faces accusations of planning to stay in power after losing re-election in 2022. The trial has gained international attention, with US President Donald Trump getting involved by calling it a "witch-hunt," leading to tariffs and sanctions against Brazil.