Brazilian

U.S. Escalates Support for Bolsonaro as Visa Revocations Target Brazilian Supreme Court Judges Amid Political Turmoil

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Brasília, Brazil — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has taken significant action by revoking the visas of eight Brazilian Supreme Court judges, intensifying efforts to assist former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro as he faces mounting legal challenges related to alleged attempts to retain power after losing the 2022 election. Bolsonaro, a right-wing populist aligned with the former U.S. President Donald Trump, is currently on trial for purportedly orchestrating a violent scheme to maintain his position following his electoral defeat to Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Convicted by the Supreme Court, Bolsonaro could face up … Read more

Trump Contemplates Sanctions Against Brazilian Judge Following Bolsonaro’s Son’s Influence

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WASHINGTON — Following controversial remarks made by Brazilian politician Eduardo Bolsonaro, former President Donald Trump is reportedly considering sanctions against a Brazilian judge. This potential move comes as tensions rise over legal proceedings involving Trump. Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of the former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro, recently criticized a Brazilian judge presiding over a case linked to his father’s political legacy. He suggested that the judge’s actions were politically motivated, stirring a wave of discontent among Bolsonaro supporters. Sources indicate that the former president is contemplating sanctions in response to perceived judicial overreach. Trump’s supporters view … Read more

Key Partner Shift at CQTD: Brazilian Law Firm Strengthens Labor Division with High-Profile Addition from Machado Meyer

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Sao Paulo, Brazil – The Brazilian law firm Chicarino, Quaresma, Tanaka & Dias (CQTD) Advogados is strengthening its labor division by incorporating a notable new partner from Machado Meyer Advogados, a highly regarded firm known for its elite legal services. The new partner, who boasts extensive experience in labor law, will join CQTD Advogados as a name partner, signaling a significant enhancement in the firm’s capabilities in this domain. The addition of a partner from such a prestigious background is viewed as a strategic move by CQTD Advogados as it aims to fortify its position … Read more

Seeking Accountability: Victims of Brazilian Dam Collapse Push for Justice in UK Court Case Conclusion

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LONDON — On January 25, 2019, the town of Brumadinho in southeastern Brazil was engulfed by a catastrophic event when a dam, owned by the mining giant Vale SA and German auditor Tüv Süd, burst. This disaster released a deadly flow of waste, claiming the lives of 270 people and causing immense ecological and community devastation. Now, as a comprehensive lawsuit in the UK against the two companies nears its conclusion, victims and their families are calling for accountability and justice. Many of the victims were workers at the Corrego do Feijao iron ore mine … Read more