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Bolsonaro Tampered with Ankle Monitor, Cites Hallucinations

11/24/2025

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Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro tampered with his electronic ankle monitor after experiencing paranoia due to medication and after a Supreme Court order detained him as a flight risk.
He denied any escape intent, stating the action resulted from a hallucination.
He is held at a federal police station and has received visits from family and legal representatives.
Lula defended the Supreme Court's actions despite supporters outside the station.

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Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro tampered with his electronic ankle monitor after experiencing paranoia due to medication and after a Supreme Court order detained him as a flight risk.
He denied any escape intent, stating the action resulted from a hallucination.
He is held at a federal police station and has received visits from family and legal representatives.
Lula defended the Supreme Court's actions despite supporters outside the station.