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Bolsonaro Detained as Supporters Rally Amid Appeals

11/22/2025

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On November 22, Jair Bolsonaro was taken into federal police custody, ending months under house arrest as he appeals a Supreme Court coup conviction.
Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes ordered the detention, citing risks from Bolsonaro supporters near his home, while he remains sentenced to 27 years.
Senator Flavio Bolsonaro urged supporters to rally outside their home, and Bolsonaro's defense may seek house arrest due to health issues.

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On November 22, Jair Bolsonaro was taken into federal police custody, ending months under house arrest as he appeals a Supreme Court coup conviction.
Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes ordered the detention, citing risks from Bolsonaro supporters near his home, while he remains sentenced to 27 years.
Senator Flavio Bolsonaro urged supporters to rally outside their home, and Bolsonaro's defense may seek house arrest due to health issues.