The Brazilian Supreme Court's Justice Cristiano Zanin stated that the severity of her sentence reflects multiple convictions beyond the graffiti act, though many observers argue that the punishment is excessive. Bolsonaro's supporters claim the ruling highlights an overreach by the Supreme Court, which they perceive as politically biased. Rodrigues drew nationwide attention after her graffiti, reading "You lost, idiot" on the statue of Justice outside the Supreme Federal Court, was dubbed the "lipstick coup."

In court, she expressed regret, stating, "I went to the protests and I didn't imagine they would be turbulent," while her lawyers maintained that her actions were spontaneous and did not involve violence. Justice Alexandre de Moraes asserted that Rodrigues had willingly aligned herself with anti-government demonstrators and had indicated involvement in these acts during police questioning. The case has now become a symbol for Bolsonaro supporters, who argue that Rodrigues is a victim of political persecution.

Following this incident, Bolsonaro himself faced increasing scrutiny, as he embarks on facing criminal charges related to the unrest—a situation that could lead to a lengthy prison term for him, as he also seeks to garner support from those upset by Rodrigues' sentencing.