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STF Minister Gilmar Mendes Validates 15% Bolsa Família Boost Weeks Before Brazil Election

Supreme Federal Court Minister Gilmar Mendes ruled that the 15.04% adjustment to the Bolsa Família welfare program does not violate electoral law.

By Eleanor Shaw

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STF Minister Gilmar Mendes Validates 15% Bolsa Família Boost Weeks Before Brazil Election
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Supreme Federal Court Minister Gilmar Mendes ruled that the 15.04% adjustment to the Bolsa Família welfare program does not violate electoral law.

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