Raids were conducted by Brazilian authorities at the home and headquarters of former President Jair Bolsonaro, following a Supreme Court ruling amid his trial for alleged election interference. Concerns arose regarding Bolsonaro possibly fleeing the country, prompting the court to mandate that he wear an ankle monitor and refrain from using social media or approaching foreign embassies. Bolsonaro's legal representatives expressed shock over these measures, while tensions escalated as US President Donald Trump threatened tariffs on Brazilian goods amidst the unfolding legal situation.
Brazil's Supreme Court confirmed that former President Jair Bolsonaro has been ordered to wear an ankle monitor and is facing numerous legal restrictions amid trial concerns regarding election interference.
The Supreme Court expressed fears that Bolsonaro may flee Brazil due to his ongoing trial over alleged attempts to overturn election results, prompting precautionary legal measures.
US President Donald Trump has threatened Brazil with punitive tariffs if Bolsonaro does not receive a legal reprieve, reflecting his own election-related grievances.
Bolsonaro's legal team reacted with surprise to the precautionary measures, emphasizing his compliance with the courts, amid accusations involving collaboration with US officials for sanctions.
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