Protests Erupt in Brazil Over X Ban

Thousands of Brazilians protested against a Supreme Court ruling that blocked Elon Musk's social media platform X, following Judge Alexandre de Moraes' decision on August 30. Demonstrators, led by former President Jair Bolsonaro, gathered in major cities like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, accusing the government of censorship and political persecution. The protest coincided with Brazil's Independence Day, with Bolsonaro urging supporters to rally instead of attending official celebrations. Many attendees expressed concerns about the implications of the ban for free speech, with some calling de Moraes a 'dictator'. The ruling has deepened political divides in Brazil, drawing criticism even from some of Bolsonaro's opponents. Musk has called for Brazilians to fight for their freedom, asserting that the ban on X highlights the ongoing struggle for expression in the country.