Brazilian Supreme Court Judge Pushes to Cement Harsh Sentence Against Bolsonaro
In a decisive move, Brazil’s top court judge upholds a lengthy prison sentence against former President Jair Bolsonaro, shutting down appeals and signaling a firm stance against alleged sedition—raising critical questions about judicial overreach and political censorship.
In a stark demonstration of judicial power with sweeping political implications, Judge Alexandre de Moraes of Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court has rejected the latest appeals filed by former President Jair Bolsonaro in his sedition case. The judge seeks to confirm a hefty 27-year prison sentence handed down this past September, a judgment that threatens not just Bolsonaro but several high-profile associates including ex-ministers and senior military officials.Is This Justice or Political Overreach?This move underscores the growing politicization of Brazil’s judiciary. The defense argued their right to a fair hearing was compromised by insufficient time to review extensive evidence, and contest...
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