Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro is facing allegations of involvement in a coup attempt following his loss in the 2022 election. The federal police have named Bolsonaro and 37 others, including several former officials from his administration, in connection with the conspiracy.
The accusations stem from a riot in Brasilia a week after President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva took office in January 2023, where Bolsonaro’s supporters reportedly sought to create conditions for a military coup. Bolsonaro has long been suspected of instigating the riots, and police now claim that some of the accused planned to assassinate Lula before he assumed office.
While Bolsonaro has denied any wrongdoing, the police have stated that he was aware of the alleged plan to kill Lula. The accused individuals also include Bolsonaro’s former defence minister, national security adviser, and justice minister, as well as the head of his Liberal Party.
As the investigation unfolds, more details are expected to come to light about the alleged coup attempt. The accusations against Bolsonaro and his associates have sent shockwaves through the country, raising concerns about the stability of Brazil’s democracy and the rule of law. The future of Bolsonaro and the other accused individuals remains uncertain as the investigation continues.
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