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Trump Hits Brazil with Tariffs Amid Bolsonaro Controversy

7/25/2025

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Donald Trump announced a 50% tariff on Brazilian exports on July 9, citing a “witch hunt” against Jair Bolsonaro.
The U.S. trade representative initiated an investigation into Brazil's trade practices on July 15.
On July 18, the U.S. revoked visas for Brazilian Supreme Court judges linked to Bolsonaro's prosecution.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggested sanctions against justice Alexandre de Moraes under the Global Magnitsky Act.

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Donald Trump announced a 50% tariff on Brazilian exports on July 9, citing a “witch hunt” against Jair Bolsonaro.
The U.S. trade representative initiated an investigation into Brazil's trade practices on July 15.
On July 18, the U.S. revoked visas for Brazilian Supreme Court judges linked to Bolsonaro's prosecution.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggested sanctions against justice Alexandre de Moraes under the Global Magnitsky Act.