Brazilian Supreme Court Sentences Bolsonaro to 27 Years for Coup Attempt

Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro has been sentenced to 27 years and 3 months in prison by the Federal Supreme Court for attempting a coup after his 2022 election defeat. He was found guilty on five counts, including leading a criminal organization, attempting to abolish democratic rule through violence, and posing a serious threat to the state. Several of his co-conspirators, including top military officials, also received lengthy sentences, while one cooperating defendant was given a lighter sentence. Bolsonaro, currently under house arrest, has not attended the court proceedings and his lawyers plan to appeal the verdict. The ruling has deepened political divisions within Brazil and prompted backlash from the United States government, with President Donald Trump expressing surprise and dissatisfaction, calling the conviction "very bad for Brazil." The case marks the first time a former Brazilian president has been convicted of attempting a coup, highlighting significant tensions between Brazil's judiciary, political factions, and international relations.