Trump accused of ‘attack on Brazilian democracy’ after sanctioning Bolsonaro trial judge
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US sanctions judge Alexandre de MoraesTrump then signed an order imposing 50% tariffs on Brazilian imports, with numerous goods exempted.
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- US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the Magnitsky sanctions against Alexandre de Moraes on 30 July.
- Trump then signed an order imposing 50% tariffs on Brazilian imports, with numerous exemptions.
- Moraes is presiding over Bolsonaro’s trial over an alleged power grab; conviction could bring up to 43 years in prison.
- Lula allies described the measure as a direct attack on Brazilian democracy and foreign interference.
Alexandre de Moraes has taken it upon himself to be judge and jury in an unlawful witch-hunt against US and Brazilian citizens and companies.— Scott Bessent, US secretary of the Treasury, announcing Magnitsky sanctions
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