Bolsonaro Faces Legal Challenges Over Spy Agency Use

Former President Jair Bolsonaro's administration is under scrutiny for allegedly using Brazil's intelligence agency (Abin) to spy on political opponents, journalists, and judges, as revealed by unsealed court documents. This illegal surveillance aimed to disrupt investigations into Bolsonaro's sons and spread disinformation to undermine democratic institutions. Five arrests were made following a Federal Police operation, targeting military officers and former government officials. These clandestine activities are believed to have contributed to the January 8, 2023, riots in Brasília. Bolsonaro, who has been declared politically ineligible until 2030 due to election misconduct, faces mounting legal challenges, including accusations of misappropriating jewelry and forging COVID-19 vaccine records.