In brief
Brazil's former president, Jair Bolsonaro, has been placed under house arrest following a Supreme Court ruling linked to allegations of attempting a coup. The judge, Alexandre de Moraes, determined that Bolsonaro violated prior restraining orders. In reaction, the US State Department condemned the ruling and reaffirmed its stance on accountability for such actions. Bolsonaro's legal team is challenging the court's decision, asserting compliance with legal orders. The ruling follows Bolsonaro's alleged use of social media to incite unrest against the judiciary. His son, Flávio Bolsonaro, was also involved in a related incident that reportedly breached legal restrictions. Amidst the turmoil, pro-Bolsonaro demonstrations have taken place throughout Brazil, while former President Donald Trump criticized the legal proceedings as a politically motivated "witch-hunt". Trump’s sentiments on Bolsonaro have led to economic repercussions, including tariffs on Brazilian goods.
