US EditionBrazil’s Bolsonaro denies proposing coup to military leaders
- Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro denied reports that he consulted with top military leaders on staging a coup to prevent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva from becoming president.
- The alleged coup attempt was said to have taken place in January, but Bolsonaro refuted these claims and insisted that he has always believed in democracy. Bolsonaro's denial follows increased tension and political polarization in Brazil.
- Despite Bolsonaro's denial, the report highlights concerns about the stability of Brazil's democracy and the potential influence of the military in politics. The allegations reflect the deep divisions between Bolsonaro's supporters and those who oppose him.
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Brazil’s Bolsonaro denies proposing coup to military leaders
SAO PAULO (AP) — Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro denied a report Thursday claiming he consulted with top military leaders on staging a coup to stop Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva from assuming the presidency last January. Three members of Bolsonaro’s legal team said in a statement posted on social media channels that the far-right leader “never took any measure that conflicted the boundaries and assurances established by the constitution.” …
Brazil's Bolsonaro denies proposing coup to military leaders
SAO PAULO (AP) — Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is denying a report claiming he consulted with top military leaders on staging a coup to stop Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva from assuming the presidency last January. Three members of Bolsonaro’s legal team said in a statement posted on social media channels Thursday that the far-right leader “never took any measure that conflicted the boundaries and assurances established by the constitutio…
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