Brazil indicts former President Bolsonaro and 36 others for alleged coup attempt

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Brazil's federal police have indicted former President Jair Bolsonaro and 36 others for allegedly attempting a coup after his 2022 election loss. The case will be sent to the Supreme Court for review by the Prosecutor-General. Bolsonaro has denied the charges, which claim he sought to remain in power after losing to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. He faces multiple legal challenges, including investigations into undeclared funds and falsifying vaccination records. Recently, police arrested four military personnel and a federal officer linked to plans to overthrow the government and harm Lula and other officials.


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