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Brazil’s Supreme Court

Brazil’s Supreme Court
The latest news and top stories on Brazil’s Supreme Court. A prominent Brasília-based governmental body, Brazil’s Supreme Court, officially the Supremo Tribunal Federal (STF), is dedicated to safeguarding the Constitution and serving as the highest judicial authority in Brazil. Its main areas of focus include interpreting the Constitution, acting as the court of last resort for federal cases and exercising judicial review over laws. The institution is recognised for its crucial role in upholding the rule of law, resolving disputes between federal entities and its significant influence on national policy and democratic stability.
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Brazil court grants house arrest for jailed Bolsonaro due to ill health

Judge authorises an initial 90-day medical reprieve for the former president following his hospitalisation.

Supporters of ex-president Bolsonaro rally across Brazil against Lula

Brazil’s Lula vetoes law cutting Bolsonaro’s 27-year jail sentence

Congress has the last word, however, and can in turn reject the president’s veto.

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