Brazil police indict former president Bolsonaro for alleged coup attempt

Brazilian police have indicted former President Jair Bolsonaro and 36 others for allegedly attempting a coup after his 2022 election defeat. This indictment could further diminish Bolsonaro's political influence, as he is already barred from running in 2026 for a separate case. The sealed indictment, which is about 700 pages long, will be reviewed by Brazil’s Supreme Court and Prosecutor-General Paulo Gonet. Bolsonaro has denied the allegations and described the investigation as a product of "creativity." In addition to the coup attempt, Bolsonaro faces other legal challenges, including accusations of smuggling and falsifying vaccination records. His allies in Congress are discussing a potential pardon for those involved in the January 8 riots, but this may face political hurdles.