Bolsonaro's Alleged Coup Discussions with Military Heads: Reports

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Bolsonaro's Alleged Coup Discussions with Military Heads: Reports
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Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro allegedly met with the heads of Brazil's army, navy, and air force in late 2022 to discuss a "putschist plan" for a military coup, according to his former secretary. The plan reportedly involved calling fresh elections and arresting political rivals. Bolsonaro, who has expressed admiration for Brazil's military dictatorship, has denied plotting a coup. Calls for justice and investigations have been made, with critics expressing concern over the state of Brazilian democracy.

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