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The Star
10 hours ago
- Politics
- The Star
Lawyers for Brazil's Bolsonaro say he did not violate social media ban
BRASILIA (Reuters) -Lawyers for former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro told the Supreme Court on Tuesday that he did not violate a court-ordered social media ban, after the top judge accused him of breaching the order and demanded an explanation from his lawyers. In a document sent to Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, who is overseeing an investigation into allegations that Bolsonaro plotted a coup, Bolsonaro's lawyers asked the court to clarify the exact scope of the social media ban. Moraes ordered the ban on Friday, along with mandating he wear an ankle bracelet, among other measures, alleging he courted the interference of U.S. President Donald Trump, who has tied steep new tariffs on Brazilian goods to what he called a "witch hunt" against Bolsonaro. On Monday, Moraes accused Bolsonaro of violating the order by giving an interview to journalists, pointing to clips the news outlets later posted on their social media accounts. The judge gave Bolsonaro's legal team 24 hours to explain the media appearance, warning that failure to comply could lead to an arrest warrant. Earlier on Monday, Moraes had issued a clarification of Friday's ruling, which stated that Bolsonaro's use of social media included use through third parties. The clarification generated debate among legal experts regarding if it would include interviews to news outlets. Bolsonaro's lawyers on Tuesday argued that media outlets sharing his remarks on social media was an "uncontrollable" development beyond their client's control. They have asked the justice to clarify the exact scope of the order and whether it prohibits giving interviews to the press. The lawyers added that Bolsonaro will make no further public remarks until the court provides that clarification. (Reporting by Lisandra Paraguassu in Brasilia; Writing by Andre Romani; Editing by Sarah Morland and Brendan O'Boyle)
Straits Times
10 hours ago
- Politics
- Straits Times
Lawyers for Brazil's Bolsonaro say he did not violate social media ban
BRASILIA - Lawyers for former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro told the Supreme Court on Tuesday that he did not violate a court-ordered social media ban, after the top judge accused him of breaching the order and demanded an explanation from his lawyers. In a document sent to Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, who is overseeing an investigation into allegations that Bolsonaro plotted a coup, Bolsonaro's lawyers asked the court to clarify the exact scope of the social media ban. Moraes ordered the ban on Friday, along with mandating he wear an ankle bracelet, among other measures, alleging he courted the interference of U.S. President Donald Trump, who has tied steep new tariffs on Brazilian goods to what he called a "witch hunt" against Bolsonaro. On Monday, Moraes accused Bolsonaro of violating the order by giving an interview to journalists, pointing to clips the news outlets later posted on their social media accounts. The judge gave Bolsonaro's legal team 24 hours to explain the media appearance, warning that failure to comply could lead to an arrest warrant. Earlier on Monday, Moraes had issued a clarification of Friday's ruling, which stated that Bolsonaro's use of social media included use through third parties. The clarification generated debate among legal experts regarding if it would include interviews to news outlets. Bolsonaro's lawyers on Tuesday argued that media outlets sharing his remarks on social media was an "uncontrollable" development beyond their client's control. They have asked the justice to clarify the exact scope of the order and whether it prohibits giving interviews to the press. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Two found dead after fire in Toa Payoh flat Singapore Singaporeans aged 21 to 59 can claim $600 SG60 vouchers from July 22 Singapore Singaporeans continue to hold world's most powerful passport in latest ranking Singapore Singapore, Vietnam agree to step up defence ties, dialogue between leaders Asia Malaysia govt's reform pledge tested as DAP chief bows over unresolved 2009 death of political aide Tech Singapore to increase pool of early adopters in AI to complement data scientists, engineers Singapore Prosecution says judge who acquitted duo of bribing ex-LTA official had copied defence arguments Singapore Ports and planes: The 2 Singapore firms helping to keep the world moving The lawyers added that Bolsonaro will make no further public remarks until the court provides that clarification. REUTERS
The National
15 hours ago
- Politics
- The National
Scottish Labour peer leaves Government after just five months
Claude Moraes was appointed as a Government whip in the upper chamber in February and it was announced he had given up the position on Tuesday. Baron Moraes of Hawkhill, in reference to a thoroughfare in Dundee, is replaced by Gerard Lemos. READ MORE: Tory MP in stark 'Hague' warning to David Lammy over UK complicity in Gaza Lord Lamos is a former colleague of Keir Starmer's, with both men having worked at the Crown Prosecution Service at the same time. No reason was given for Lord Moraes's (below, left) departure. (Image: Archant) Born in Aden, Yemen, Lord Moraes attended high school in Stirling and studied at [[Dundee]] University before postgraduate studies in London. READ MORE: SNP minister calls on UK counterpart to retract 'misleading' Scottish water comments He was elected to the European Parliament for Labour in 1999 and was hailed as one of the 40 MEPs 'who actually matter' by Politico in 2016. He was praised for 'leading the Parliament's inquiry into mass surveillance, following the Edward Snowden leaks, and won the leadership of LIBE, the Parliament's civil liberties, justice and home affairs committee as a result'.
eNCA
18 hours ago
- Politics
- eNCA
Brazilian judge threatens Bolsonaro over speech shared on social media
A Brazilian Supreme Court judge has threatened former president Jair Bolsonaro with imprisonment, arguing that the sharing of a speech of his by online users was a "violation" of a social media ban, according to a document accessed by AFP on Monday. The far-right former president, who is accused of attempting a "coup" against his successor Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, made a speech Monday that quickly went viral on social media. Bolsonaro did not post the speech from his own account, although his sons and political allies did so. Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes -- with whom Bolsonaro has clashed often -- displayed posts from accounts on X, Instagram, and Facebook with videos, images, and text from Bolsonaro's speech to journalists in Congress. According to Moraes, the 70-year-old former president "delivered a speech to be shown on digital platforms." Bolsonaro is required to wear an electronic ankle bracelet in connection with the case, and to comply with other measures, including a ban from posting on social media. Moraes called on the former leader's lawyers to provide clarification within 24 hours "on the breach of the precautionary measures imposed, under penalty of immediate imprisonment." In an earlier decision on Monday, Moraes had warned that any dissemination of Bolsonaro's public speeches on social media platforms would constitute a violation of the measures. Bolsonaro, however, denounced the move as an act of "cowardice." He appeared before the cameras to show, for the first time, the electronic ankle monitor he wears on his left foot. "This is a symbol of the utmost humiliation," he said. "What matters to me is God's law," he added, rejecting the court's rulings. US President Donald Trump, who counts Bolsonaro among his allies, has waded into the controversy, accusing the Brazilian authorities of conducting a "witch hunt." His administration has imposed visa restrictions on Moraes over his conduct in the case, and announced 50 percent tariffs on Brazilian imports unless the charges are dropped. Eduardo Bolsonaro, one of the former president's sons, stepped down from his position as a congressman in March and moved to the United States, where he is campaigning for the Trump administration to intercede on his father's behalf. Moraes believes Bolsonaro and his son seek to "subject the functioning of the Supreme Court (of Brazil) to the control of the United States." Among the restrictions imposed on Bolsonaro is an order not to approach embassies or the governments of other countries. He must also remain at home at night and on weekends, although he denied any plans to flee Brazil.
Mint
20 hours ago
- Business
- Mint
Brazil Investigates Alleged Insider Trading Tied to Trump Tariff News
A Supreme Court judge ordered an investigation into potential insider trading in Brazil's currency markets around the announcement of US tariffs on Brazilian goods. Justice Alexandre de Moraes issued the order on Monday in response to a request from Brazil's attorney general based on local media reports of significant foreign exchange transactions shortly before and after the official tariffs announcement on July 9. The attorney general said the currency movements suggested 'possible use of privileged information by individuals or legal entities.' The real began to weaken around 1:30pm ET on July 9, after President Donald Trump said Brazil hadn't been good to the US and warned tariffs were imminent. Three hours later, he followed up with a letter to President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva announcing a 50% levy on Brazilian exports, causing the currency to decline further. The insider trading allegations have also become part of an inquiry into whether Eduardo Bolsonaro, a son of the former conservative president, has used the threat of tariffs to pressure the court. Since moving to the US in March, Eduardo has been meeting US administration officials in Washington, trying to persuade them to impose sanctions on members of the Brazilian judiciary. Moraes is overseeing all cases related to ex-President Jair Bolsonaro and his son at the top court. The position has put him in collision course with Trump, who has demanded Brazilian authorities drop charges against him over an alleged coup attempt. Instead, Moraes on Friday ordered Bolsonaro to wear an ankle monitor and barred him from using social media, among other restrictions. On Monday, he issued a follow-up order clarifying that interviews by the former president may not be retransmitted on social media. With assistance from Vinícius Andrade and Augusto Decker. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
