In a landmark decision, Brazil’s Supreme Court has convicted several politicians in the assassination of Marielle Franco, a prominent black, lesbian activist and Rio city councillor. Franco, who was a vocal critic of powerful militia groups, was murdered alongside her driver in the city center. The court imposed steep sentences on the convicted individuals, including former lawmakers and their accomplices, who were found guilty of orchestrating the killing. The trial has been scrutinized by UN experts calling for fairness and transparency, highlighting the high-profile nature of this case and its implications for justice in Brazil.