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Luiz Fux

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Bolsonaro family legal issues and Flávio Bolsonaro's exile

162 clusters · 1785 sources · last updated

Latest: Brazil Supreme Court considers Dosimetria Law to potentially reduce Bolsonaro sentence

The Supreme Federal Court (STF) continues to manage legal developments regarding former President Jair Bolsonaro and his family. Following a sentence of 27 years and three months in prison for his role in an attempted co

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Brazilian electoral courts broaden digital and campaign-rule

49 clusters · 372 sources · last updated

Latest: Brazil elections face challenges from AI-driven content and platform algorithms

Since the October 2026 TSE order, Brazil’s electoral judiciary has expanded its digital monitoring and enforcement. The Mato Grosso Regional Electoral Court (TRE-MT) upheld a 24-hour takedown order against pre-candidate

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Brazil implements total ban on online betting

16 clusters · 373 sources · last updated

Latest: Brazil betting sector blames Janja da Silva for platform bans

The regulatory landscape for online gambling in Brazil has shifted from potential restrictions to a comprehensive ban. Following mounting social and financial concerns, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva signed Provisio

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BRB and Banco Master fraud probe: 15 suspects indicted

20 clusters · 141 sources · last updated

Latest: Daniel Vorcaro denies fraud allegations in Banco Master investigation

The investigation into the financial crisis involving Banco de Brasília (BRB) and Banco Master has progressed to a formal indictment phase under Operation Compliance Zero. The Brazilian Federal Police (PF) issued a 700-p

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Vorcaro probe expands to political and media influence

129 clusters · 658 sources · last updated

Latest: Daniel Vorcaro defense claims cell phone data was altered under police custody

The investigation into Banco Master founder Daniel Vorcaro, known as Operation Compliance Zero, has expanded to include allegations of political maneuvering, media manipulation, and irregular financing. Following the Cen

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Investigations into Flávio Bolsonaro and Election Tensions

13 clusters · 840 sources · last updated

Latest: Flávio Bolsonaro arrives in U.S. after fleeing Brazil following election loss

Senator Flávio Bolsonaro continues to face legal investigations regarding financial irregularities and allegations of illegal foreign funding. A new inquiry referred to the Supreme Federal Court (STF) by the Federal Poli

[ACTIVE] [POLITICS] [BR]

Brazil Supreme Federal Court Fake News Inquiry leadership

4 clusters · 102 sources · last updated

Latest: STF Minister Fachin redistributes INSS and Banco Master investigations

In late September 2026, Supreme Federal Court President Edson Fachin replaced Minister Alexandre de Moraes as the rapporteur of the Fake News Inquiry. While Moraes retained supervision over existing criminal actions with

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Brazilian judicial rulings on tax disputes

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated

Latest: Brazil's STF rules Funrural tax unconstitutional for sales before 2018

The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court (STF) has issued several significant rulings regarding tax calculations and constitutionality. In one decision, the court ruled 6-5 that municipal service taxes (ISS) must be excluded

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Brazilian judicial and legal framework developments

16 clusters · 92 sources · last updated

Latest: Brazil Supreme Court sets deadline for electricity bill refunds

Legal developments in Brazil have focused on judicial debt management, enforcement mechanisms, and tax regulations. Regarding court-ordered debts (precatórios), Constitutional Amendment (EC) 136/2025 introduced annual pa

[ACTIVE] [BUSINESS] [BR]

Brazil tax reform, regional debt, and energy policy

24 clusters · 189 sources · last updated

Latest: Brazilian states offer tax debt relief programs

By late 2026, Brazil’s fiscal and energy landscapes are shaped by systemic tax reform, regional debt management, and new sustainable energy frameworks. The national tax reform aims to replace current levies like ICMS and

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Brazilian judicial rulings on tax matters

3 clusters · 30 sources · last updated

Latest: Brazil Supreme Court expands ITBI tax immunity for real estate companies

The Brazilian judiciary has issued significant rulings regarding tax immunity and program revocations. The Supreme Federal Court (STF) ruled 8 to 2 that real estate companies are entitled to ITBI (Property Transfer Tax)

[QUIET] [POLITICS] [BR]

Brazilian Supreme Court social security and labor rulings

3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated

Latest: Brazil Supreme Court strikes down minimum age for special retirement

The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court (STF) has issued significant rulings regarding social security and labor rights. In October 2026, the court ruled 6-5 in ADI 6.309 that the minimum age requirements for special retirem

[QUIET] [BUSINESS] [BR]

Casas Bahia judicial recovery and corruption investigations

22 clusters · 230 sources · last updated

Latest: Casas Bahia receives judicial recovery authorization

Casas Bahia is undergoing a major restructuring in Brazil to address a deepening financial crisis. The company is closing approximately 300 stores and has dismissed roughly 3,000 employees to reduce operational expenses.

[QUIET] [POLITICS] [BR]

Brazil election integrity and judicial reform debate

30 clusters · 200 sources · last updated

Latest: Brazilian Supreme Court ministers face political pressure

The debate over judicial reform and the Supreme Federal Court (STF) has intensified following the first round of the 2026 presidential election. With Flávio Bolsonaro leading at 47.03%, the upcoming transition is expecte

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Brazil implements ban on online betting and virtual casinos

150 clusters · 954 sources · last updated

Latest: Brazil police investigate death linked to online gambling debts

Brazil’s strategy to manage the betting boom has culminated in a direct prohibition of the sector. In late September 2026, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva signed Provisional Measure No. 1.394 to ban online sports bet

[QUIET] [POLITICS] [BR]

Brazil STF crisis deepens amid corruption probes and infight

26 clusters · 524 sources · last updated

Latest: Brazil's STF rules on SUS payments and judicial deposits

The institutional crisis within Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court (STF) has intensified as internal divisions deepen over investigations into Banco Master and disputes over federal leadership. The court remains split regard

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Brazil social security and insurance legal disputes

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated

Latest: Brazil Supreme Court seeks conciliation on elderly health insurance law

The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court has addressed critical issues regarding the sustainability of social protections and insurance regulations. Initially, Justice Luiz Fux warned of a potential ‘pension tragedy’ regardin

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