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Trump and Rubio Accused of Pressuring Brazil Over Flávio Bolsonaro

9/1/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are accused of pressuring Brazil to aid Flávio Bolsonaro.
The United States imposed 25% tariffs on most Brazilian imports to pressure Lula’s government.
Two Trump officials were denied visas after Brazil said they planned election meddling.
The State Department called meddling claims a baseless lie and affirmed respect for Brazil’s voters.

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U.S. President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are accused of pressuring Brazil to aid Flávio Bolsonaro.
The United States imposed 25% tariffs on most Brazilian imports to pressure Lula’s government.
Two Trump officials were denied visas after Brazil said they planned election meddling.
The State Department called meddling claims a baseless lie and affirmed respect for Brazil’s voters.