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Former Brazilian President Collor Granted House Arrest for Corruption

5/4/2025

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Fernando Collor de Mello, Brazil's former president, has been granted house arrest just six days into his prison term for corruption. The Supreme Court's ruling permits him to serve his eight-year sentence in his lavish Maceió apartment, citing health concerns. This decision comes after his conviction tied to the notorious Operation Car Wash scandal.

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Fernando Collor de Mello, Brazil's former president, has been granted house arrest just six days into his prison term for corruption. The Supreme Court's ruling permits him to serve his eight-year sentence in his lavish Maceió apartment, citing health concerns. This decision comes after his conviction tied to the notorious Operation Car Wash scandal.