U.S. Threats Against Brazil Over Bolsonaro Verdict Raise Questions About Sovereignty and Fair Play

In a striking display of political overreach, the United States has signaled possible new sanctions against Brazil following the Supreme Court conviction of former President Jair Bolsonaro on coup-related charges. This response from Washington, spearheaded by figures like Senator Marco Rubio, echoes a troubling pattern where American policymakers impose their will under the guise of defending democracy — all while undermining the very principles they claim to uphold. Is Washington Respecting Sovereignty or Weaponizing Justice? The U.S. government’s swift move to threaten punitive economic measures against Brazil calls into question its commitment to respecting national sovereignty. Brazil’s Foreign Ministry rightly...