Brasília

Brasília, the capital of Brazil, is at the center of political news due to the legal battles surrounding former president Jair Bolsonaro. Bolsonaro was sentenced to 27 years in prison for plotting a coup to overturn the 2022 election results. His lawyers are reportedly exploring ways to reduce his sentence, including utilizing a provision that allows inmates to reduce their sentences by reading books. This is notable because Bolsonaro has previously stated he doesn't have time to read. A bill was passed by congress that would dramatically reduce Bolsonaro's prison sentence. However, current president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has vowed to veto this bill. This veto occurred on the third anniversary of riots by Bolsonaro supporters in Brasília following his defeat by Lula. The situation highlights the ongoing political divisions in Brazil and the legal and political challenges facing Bolsonaro.