Lula Vetoes Bolsonaro Coup Bill, Protests Erupt
Update: 2025-12-18
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Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva vows to veto a bill that could significantly reduce former President Jair Bolsonaros twenty-seven-year prison sentence for his role in a coup attempt. The bill, which aims to reduce sentences for multiple charges, faces challenges in the Supreme Court. Bolsonaros son, Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, supports the bill, while protests against it erupt across Brazil. This episode underscores the political turmoil and legal battles in Brazil as the country navigates the aftermath of the attempted coup and the future of its democracy.
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