In Rio de Janeiro, former President Jair Bolsonaro led a major rally, seeking support amidst legal challenges. After losing the 2022 election to Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, he aimed to reassert his influence and refute ongoing accusations. He advocated for amnesty for supporters involved in the January 8 insurrection, citing persecution by Brazil’s Supreme […]
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