U.S. Targets Judge’s Wife with Sanctions Amid Bolsonaro Corruption Probe
Washington, D.C. — The United States government has announced the imposition of sanctions against the spouse of a prominent Brazilian judge known for spearheading the corruption trials of former President Jair Bolsonaro. This measure underscores ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Brazil over judicial and political matters. The sanctions target the wife of Judge Sérgio Moro, who gained international recognition for his role in the high-profile investigation known as Operation Car Wash. This scandal revealed extensive corruption within Brazil’s political elite and led to numerous convictions, including that of Bolsonaro. With these sanctions, the U.S. … Read more