Brazilian Congress Overturns Presidential Veto to Shorten Prison Sentences for Coup Convicts

Brazilian Congress members overturned a veto from President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva to shorten prison sentences for coup participants, including former President Jair Bolsonaro.The new law alters detention calculations, potentially enabling earlier release for those convicted after the January 8 riots.This move marks a significant political defeat for the government just six months before the presidential election.
Published:6h
Tags
Read more
Discuss