Eduardo Bolsonaro Seeks Asylum in US Amid Legal Troubles

Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, announced he is taking a leave from Congress to seek asylum in the United States, citing fears of persecution from Brazil's Supreme Court. He claims that Judge Alexandre de Moraes is targeting him due to his defense of his father's far-right political movement and the ongoing investigations into Jair Bolsonaro's alleged coup attempts. Eduardo, who has been in the U.S. since late February, expressed concerns for both his and his father's safety, drawing parallels between their situations and that of Donald Trump. He plans to focus on advocating for sanctions against Moraes and for amnesty for those involved in the January 8 riots in Brazil. Additionally, Eduardo has established ties with the Trump family, which may aid his asylum application. His departure comes amidst increasing scrutiny and legal challenges facing his father following the 2022 election.