Brazil's Supreme Court convicts ex-President Bolsonaro for coup attempt

12 Sep 2025 10:28 IST

Brazil's Supreme Court has convicted ex-President Jair Bolsonaro and sentenced him to 27 years in prison for his involvement in a failed coup attempt to overturn the 2022 election results. The majority of the Supreme Court judges voted to convict Bolsonaro in the coup case. The US has criticized the decision, calling it a 'witch hunt' and raising concerns about the implications for democracy in Brazil. Bolsonaro, who was backed by the US, has been a controversial figure known for his divisive rhetoric and policies during his presidency.

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