Brazil Charges Bolsonaro With Coup Attempt
Brazil’s recent charges against former President Jair Bolsonaro for allegedly attempting a coup are undeniably making waves globally. The sheer audacity of the accusations – attempting to overthrow a democratically elected government – is shocking enough, but the swiftness and apparent seriousness with which the Brazilian legal system is handling the case are even more remarkable. It’s prompting a global conversation about how democracies should respond to such threats, and the stark contrast between Brazil’s actions and the perceived inaction in other countries is striking.
The charges themselves are incredibly weighty. Bolsonaro stands accused of leading a criminal enterprise that plotted not just a coup, but also the assassination of President Lula and Supreme Court Chief Justice Alexandre de Moraes.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood