Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is the current president of Brazil. He is a left-leaning leader. He is newsworthy due to his opposition to efforts to reduce the prison sentence of his predecessor, Jair Bolsonaro, who is serving a 27-year sentence for plotting a coup. Lula has vowed to veto a bill passed by congress that would shorten Bolsonaro's term. His foreign policy advisor has also warned against potential US intervention in Venezuela, fearing it could escalate into a regional conflict. The US Treasury recently lifted sanctions on the Brazilian judge who oversaw Bolsonaro's conviction, adding another layer to the complex political landscape Lula is navigating. The ongoing legal battles and political tensions surrounding Bolsonaro continue to significantly impact Brazilian politics and Lula's presidency.