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An intervention by President Donald Trump against Brazilian Supreme Federal Court (STF) Minister Alexandre de Moraes is being viewed in Brazil as a political miscalculation that could transform Jair Bolsonaro’s trial into an act of national sovereignty. The STF ministers, particularly those in the First Panel, are reportedly united in their defense of the country’s judiciary and independence, seeing the foreign pressure as a reason to reaffirm their commitment to Brazil’s democratic system.
The article details that federal deputy Eduardo Bolsonaro sought support from the Trump administration to impose sanctions on Moraes and other STF members, an action currently under investigation by the Federal Police. The internal cohesion of the STF was reportedly strengthened by Washington’s offensive. Trump’s actions, including a 50% tariff on Brazilian goods and the use of the Magnitsky Act against Moraes, were considered a “grave” attempt to disrespect Brazilian law and an attack on national sovereignty. The ministers’ votes are expected to reflect this defense of national integrity.
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Trump’s actions against Brazilian justice provoke backlash
Brazil’s Supreme Court defends sovereignty against foreign pressure
