Brazil attorney general says meddling ‘cannot be tolerated’ after Trump funding plans revealed
Brazil's attorney general has condemned alleged foreign interference following reports that the Trump administration attempted to influence Brazilian institutions. The controversy centers on accusations of external pressure regarding the country's upcoming presidential election.
Why it matters
The report highlights concerns over international sovereignty and the potential for foreign actors to influence domestic democratic processes.
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (left) is facing off in presidential election against far-right Flávio Bolsonaro, an ally of Donald Trump (right). Composite: AFP, Getty Images Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (left) is facing off in presidential election against far-right Flávio Bolsonaro, an ally of Donald Trump (right). Composite: AFP, Getty Images Brazil Brazil attorney general says meddling ‘cannot be tolerated’ after Trump funding plans revealed Jorge Messias calls Guardian report ‘an important alert for Brazilian sovereignty’, as nation prepares to go to polls
Prefer the Guardian on Google Brazil’s attorney general has said foreign meddling in his country’s institutions and democracy “cannot be tolerated” after a Guardian report revealed how the Trump administration was pushing to direct funds to a campaign against the Brazilian supreme court.
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