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Supreme Court Probes Bolsonaro for Defaming President Lula

4/16/2026

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The Supreme Court is investigating Flavio Bolsonaro, a right-wing candidate, for defaming President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.
The probe follows Bolsonaro's posts insinuating Lula's involvement in crimes linked to Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.
Bolsonaro's spokesperson says the investigation violates his rights and that he merely reported facts.
Polls show Lula ahead in the first round; Bolsonaro leads in a possible run-off before the October election.

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The Supreme Court is investigating Flavio Bolsonaro, a right-wing candidate, for defaming President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.
The probe follows Bolsonaro's posts insinuating Lula's involvement in crimes linked to Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.
Bolsonaro's spokesperson says the investigation violates his rights and that he merely reported facts.
Polls show Lula ahead in the first round; Bolsonaro leads in a possible run-off before the October election.