Brazil’s first lady is under fire. Critics say her outspokenness oversteps her ceremonial role

As Brazil's government grapples with unpopularity, some blame the outspoken first lady

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's government is grappling with unpopularity that has dented his credentials as the frontrunner for reelection next year. Some analysts, including members of his government, attribute this partly to his wife's perceived overstepping in what was once a ceremonial role.

Brazil’s outspoken First Lady is coming under fire, but she refuses to stop speaking out

Analysts, government members attribute Lula’s unpopularity to his wife’s perceived overstepping in what was once a ceremonial role

Brazil's first lady is under fire. Critics say her outspokenness oversteps her ceremonial role

Brazil's first lady, Rosângela da Silva, is drawing attention for her outspoken role in politics. During a May dinner in Beijing, she addressed Chinese President Xi Jinping about TikTok's algorithm, sparking debate back home.