Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro Charged in Alleged Coup Plot
Jair Bolsonaro, the former president of Brazil, has been charged by prosecutors in connection with an alleged coup plot aimed at seizing power and overthrowing the current leader, President Lula. The charges include accusations of a conspiracy to poison Lula and assassination plots against rivals. The prosecutor-general stated that Bolsonaro knew about and approved plans to implement these schemes following his electoral loss. As legal troubles mount for Bolsonaro, he faces serious repercussions, including a potential prison sentence of up to 28 years.
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