Brazil’s prosecutor-general has formally charged former President Jair Bolsonaro with attempting a coup to stay in office after his defeat in the 2022 election. The alleged plot included plans to poison his successor, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, and kill a Supreme Court judge. Bolsonaro and 33 others are accused of participating in the plan, known as the ‘Green and Yellow Dagger.’ The Federal Police filed a report detailing the scheme, which involved sowing distrust in the electoral system, pressuring military leaders, and inciting a riot. Bolsonaro denies the charges, claiming he has no concerns about the accusations. The 34 defendants are accused of participating in an armed criminal organization, attempted violent abolition of the democratic rule of law, and other crimes. The prosecutor-general’s office stated that the charges are historic and demonstrate Brazil’s robust and independent institutions. Bolsonaro is barred from running in the 2026 election, and following the recent charges, he is expected to position himself as a victim. Despite political turbulence, experts believe the situation will eventually settle. The Supreme Court will analyze the charges, and if accepted, Bolsonaro will stand trial.
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