Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti

Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti is the current ambassador of Brazil to the United States. She has become newsworthy due to a significant diplomatic dispute between the US and Brazil. The Trump administration has revoked her visa, a move described as an escalation of a diplomatic feud. This action is reportedly in retaliation for Brazil's refusal to approve the US President's nominee for ambassador to Brasilia and for Brazil's decision to deny visas to certain US officials. While her visa has been cancelled, reports indicate this does not necessarily mean she will be expelled from the US. The situation highlights ongoing tensions between the two nations ahead of elections in Brazil.