Brazil’s Supreme Court Faces Crucial Test Over Bolsonaro Coup Trial – What It Means for American Interests

Brazil stands at a historic crossroads as its Supreme Court prepares to deliver a verdict on former President Jair Bolsonaro's alleged attempt to subvert democracy following his narrow 2022 electoral defeat. This is not merely a domestic legal drama; it has profound implications for regional stability and U.S. strategic interests. The trial accuses Bolsonaro of orchestrating a multi-pronged plot that challenged Brazil’s electoral system, encouraged violent unrest, and sought to unlawfully retain power—charges that, if upheld, could mean decades behind bars for the far-right leader. Yet Bolsonaro maintains his innocence, framing the proceedings as a politically motivated witch hunt, echoing...