Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes initiated the trial by claiming that Jair Bolsonaro led a criminal organization aimed at reinstating a dictatorship in Brazil. The alleged plot involved a disinformation campaign and potential use of special forces assassins to seize power. Evidence presented suggested Bolsonaro attempted to undermine the electronic voting system and incite a military intervention after losing the 2022 election. The former president faces charges of leading an armed criminal organization and attempting a coup d’etat, which could result in a 43-year sentence.
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Trump and Musk’s drastic federal spending cuts, achieved through sweeping job and regulatory reductions, have prompted accusations of illegal actions and disregard for congressional and judicial authority. Multiple lawsuits allege violations of federal law, including the illegal firing of inspectors general and unauthorized access to sensitive government data. Judges have issued temporary injunctions against some of these actions, leading to attacks on the judiciary by Trump and Musk, further escalating concerns about threats to democratic processes and the rule of law. These actions, fueled by Musk’s substantial campaign donations to Trump, have raised serious questions regarding conflicts of interest and the abuse of executive power.
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Thousands protested Elon Musk’s takeover of the U.S. Treasury Department, citing the unauthorized access to the personal data of millions of Americans. This data breach, facilitated by President Trump, encompasses sensitive financial information and has raised concerns about potential misuse for political gain or personal enrichment. Simultaneous protests targeted the Department of Labor, fearing Musk’s next move will be to dismantle labor rights. Lawmakers joined the demonstrations, expressing outrage and urging immediate action to halt Musk’s actions, which are described as a “coup d’état.” Legal action has been initiated to prevent further data access.
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John Q. Hosedrinker