In Brazil, Bolsonaro clan targets Supreme Federal Court
The Bolsonaro family in Brazil is intensifying its conflict with the Supreme Federal Court, specifically targeting Justice Alexandre de Moraes. The court has taken legal actions against family members, including arrest orders and passport cancellations, amid allegations of coup attempts.
Why it matters
This ongoing power struggle highlights deep political polarization and institutional instability in Brazil's democracy.
Flavio Bolsonaro (center) and his brother Carlos Bolsonaro (to his right) flash the victory sign as they meet with senators and newly elected governors, Brasilia, Brazil, October 8, 2026. ADRIANO MACHADO / REUTERS It was the latest episode in a battle between Justice Alexandre de Moraes of Brazil's highest court, the Supreme Federal Court (TSF), and the Bolsonaro clan. On Thursday, October 8, the judge canceled the passport of Eduardo Bolsonaro, the brother of presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro, and ordered his arrest. "De Moraes is doing this solely to, once again, stir up trouble," Flavio Bolsonaro said during his weekly YouTube livestream. "It's no coincidence that we have nearly 50 senators in favor of removing judges."
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