Brazil's federal police seek indictment of ex-president Jair Bolsonaro for alleged coup plot

Brazil's federal police have formally requested the indictment of former President Jair Bolsonaro for allegedly plotting a coup to prevent current President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva from taking office in 2022. The investigation involves Bolsonaro and 36 others accused of forming a criminal organization. The police concluded their investigation, stating that the group aimed to violently overthrow the democratic state. The case has been sent to the Supreme Court, which could lead to significant prison time for those indicted. This development follows recent arrests of military personnel linked to an alleged assassination plot against Lula. Bolsonaro, already barred from holding office until 2030, claims he is a victim of political persecution.