Brazil's top court orders arrest of Eduardo Bolsonaro
One Turn followed this story across 2 editions, from Brasília, Brazil on October 9, 2026. Newest first.
Former president Jair Bolsonaro was tried for allegedly plotting to overturn the 2022 election, which he denies. His son Eduardo, a lawmaker, moved to the US and sought American pressure on Brazilian authorities.
Brazil's Supreme Federal Court issued an arrest warrant for Eduardo Bolsonaro on charges of lobbying the US to interfere in his father's trial. His brother Flávio Bolsonaro is a presidential candidate.
Why it matters: The case touches Brazil's election campaign and its relations with the United States.
Brazil's Supreme Federal Court issued an arrest warrant for Eduardo Bolsonaro, accused of lobbying the US to interfere in his father Jair Bolsonaro's trial. His brother Flávio is a presidential candidate.
Why it matters: The case touches Brazil's election campaign and its strained relations with Washington.