Bolsonaro Indicted for Alleged 2022 Coup Plot in Brazil
TL;DR
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro and 36 others have been charged by federal police with plotting a coup to dismantle Brazil's democratic system. The investigation, which has been forwarded to the supreme court, accuses them of forming a criminal organization and attempting to overthrow the government. The charges come after arrests related to a plot to assassinate current President Lula da Silva and his vice-president. Bolsonaro, who denies involvement, awaits legal counsel. The investigation is based on extensive evidence, including plea deals and financial records.
- Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro charged with plotting coup d’état The Guardian
- Brazil ex-President Jair Bolsonaro indicted over alleged knowledge of coup plot CNN
- Brazilian Police Accuse Bolsonaro of Plotting a Coup The New York Times
- Brazilian police indict former President Bolsonaro and dozens of aides in alleged 2022 coup attempt The Associated Press
- Brazil police to formally accuse Bolsonaro of 2022 coup plot, sources say Reuters Canada
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