Brazil's Bolsonaro and 36 others face coup conspiracy charges in police investigation
Brazil's federal police have accused former president Jair Bolsonaro and 36 others of conspiring to overthrow democracy in a right-wing coup attempt. This follows a two-year investigation into the January 2023 riots by Bolsonaro's supporters in Brasília. The list of accused includes high-ranking military officials and key figures from Bolsonaro's administration. The investigation revealed a coordinated effort to undermine the constitutional state, involving disinformation and incitement of military action. Bolsonaro has denied involvement and plans to consult his lawyer before responding. The accusations come as he aims for a presidential run in 2026, amid ongoing tensions following his electoral defeat in 2022.