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Brazil’s Supreme Court has finalized a landmark decision ordering former President Jair Bolsonaro to begin serving a 27-year prison sentence for orchestrating a coup plot against his successor, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The ruling marks one of the most significant moments in modern Brazilian politics, concluding years of controversy surrounding Bolsonaro’s polarizing presidency and post-election actions.
The court’s decision came after a four-member panel reaffirmed its earlier rejection of Bolsonaro’s appeal. Justice Alexandre de Moraes directed that Bolsonaro be held at the Federal Police Superintendency in Brasília, where he has remained since Saturday for tampering with his ankle monitor in a separate case. The conviction follows his September sentencing for attempting to overturn the results of the 2022 election, which he lost to Lula.
Bolsonaro’s legal team criticized the court for “rushing” the conclusion of the case, insisting more time was needed for appeals. Despite the final ruling, his lawyers say they will continue seeking avenues to challenge the judgment.
Bolsonaro’s downfall marks a dramatic shift for a leader who once dominated Brazil’s political landscape with hard-right rhetoric, military nostalgia, and a divisive governing style. Since leaving office, he has faced mounting legal troubles, been barred from running for public office, and even lost support from former ally Donald Trump, who has recently stepped back from defending him.
Bolsonaro’s family has publicly discussed his deteriorating emotional state. His son Eduardo described the legal actions as “psychological torture,” while Carlos Bolsonaro said his father appeared “emotionally destroyed” during a visit. Yet Bolsonaro continues to insist he will return to politics, though internal divisions among Brazilian conservatives raise doubts about his influence moving into the 2026 election.
While support for Bolsonaro has waned, his closest allies claim he remains a powerful figure. Senator Damares Alves said Bolsonaro’s current condition reflects long-standing health concerns rather than political weakness.
The ruling represents a defining moment for Brazilian democracy, emphasizing accountability at the highest level of power and signaling the end of an era shaped by Bolsonaro’s turbulent leadership.
