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Brazil’s Business Elite Backs STF President Fachin Amid High Court’s Institutional Crisis
A group of 45 top Brazilian business leaders and jurists voiced support for the Supreme Court President's recent moves to restore order amid the worst judicial crisis in years.
Brazil Supreme Court Crisis Escalates as Chief Justice Edson Fachin Strips Moraes of ‘Fake News’ Inquiry
An unprecedented institutional clash in Brazil’s Supreme Court has sidelined the political agenda, centered on the controversial Justice Alexandre de Moraes.
Supreme Court President Fachin Halts ‘War of Injunctions,’ Keeps Federal Police Chief in Post
STF President Edson Fachin suspended conflicting rulings by two justices over the Federal Police chief, centralizing the matter under the full court.
Industry Body Demands Action as Brazil Supreme Court Justices Clash Over Federal Police Chief
The National Confederation of Industry intervened after two Supreme Court justices issued conflicting orders regarding the Federal Police Director-General.
Broad Legal Coalition Demands STF Reform, Citing Corruption and Undermined Public Trust
A manifesto by OAB-SP and 25 entities calls for judicial reform in Brazil, including term limits for Supreme Court Justices.
Brazil Toughens Big Tech Liability, Citing 'Systemic Failures' on User Content
Presidential decrees in Brazil implement a Supreme Court ruling, ending the ‘safe harbor’ for digital platforms and increasing compliance risk.
Brazil Supreme Court Limits Automatic Free Legal Aid in Labor Disputes with R$5,000 Income Cap
Brazil's Supreme Court set a R$5,000 monthly income limit for automatic free legal aid, requiring proof of poverty above that level.
Brazil Supreme Court Feud Escalates as Moraes Case Heads to Plenary
Justice André Mendonça has cleared a case involving alleged leaked messages between Justice Alexandre de Moraes and a disgraced banker for a full court vote.
Institutional Crisis Roils Brazil’s Supreme Court as Election Battle Lines Harden
Brazil's Supreme Court plunges into a constitutional crisis amid a banking scandal probe, while Congress sets the stage for a polarized presidential election.
Scandal of Top Justice’s Alleged Ties to Banker Plunges Brazil Supreme Court into Institutional Crisis
The Supreme Federal Court (STF) faces an unprecedented crisis after revelations of a key justice’s alleged ties to a disgraced banker.
Brazil Supreme Court Institutional Crisis Deepens as Justices Demand Sanctions Over Banking Scandal
Feud between Justices Alexandre de Moraes and André Mendonça over the Banco Master scandal injects deep risk into Brazil's rule of law.
Brazil Supreme Court Chief Steps In as Justices War Over Probe Implicating Colleague
An institutional crisis at Brazil's Supreme Federal Court escalates as two powerful justices trade accusations over the 'Master Case' financial probe.
Brazil Senate President Aims to Quell Supreme Court Crisis with 'Crossed Impeachment' Threat
Senate leader uses threat of dual impeachment to deter action against STF justices, raising political risk over abuse of authority claims.
Brazil Supreme Court Faces Institutional Crisis Amid Judge Scandal and Push to Close 'Fake News' Inquiry
High-level corruption claims and public tension among justices threaten the credibility of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court.
Unprecedented Crisis Grips Brazil Supreme Court as Justices Clash Over Banco Master Scandal
The internal conflict between STF Justices Alexandre de Moraes and André Mendonça threatens the court's institutional stability.
Brazil Supreme Court to Rule on Corporate Tax Incentive Case With Billions at Stake
The STF will decide if state ICMS tax incentives can be taxed by the federal government, impacting corporate Brazil.
Brazil Supreme Court Minister Nullifies Billions in Amendments Directed by Party Bosses
STF Minister Flávio Dino struck down budget allocations decided by non-mandated party leaders, curbing a key source of political patronage.
Brazil Supreme Court Upholds State Laws That Effectively End Amazon Soy Moratorium
Brazil's Supreme Court dealt a major blow to conservation, validating tax penalties for companies that adhere to the successful Amazon Soy Moratorium.
Brazil Supreme Court Set to Decide Fate of Corrupt Politicians Ahead of Election
The STF will resume its vote on the Clean Slate Law, a ruling that will determine the eligibility of figures like Eduardo Cunha.
Brazil Supreme Court Judge Revokes Pension of Ex-Police Chief Silvinei Vasques for Election Meddling
STF Justice Alexandre de Moraes ruled that former PRF Director-General Silvinei Vasques loses his public pension after his conviction for using the federal police to interfere in the 2022 Brazilian elections.
Brazil’s Supreme Court Resumes High-Stakes Tax Case With R$22 Billion Fiscal Impact
STF is judging if Brazilian companies must pay tax on profits held abroad by foreign subsidiaries, with $4.2 billion at stake.
Brazil’s Top Prosecutor Seeks to Downgrade Lulinha Influence Peddling Probe, Citing Lack of Jurisdiction
PGR asks Supreme Court to move investigation into Fábio Luís Lula da Silva to a lower court, potentially lowering its political profile.
Brazil’s Supreme Court Expands Maria da Penha Law to All Gender-Based Violence
Brazil's highest court unanimously ruled to apply key legal protections against violence regardless of domestic ties.
Brazil Supreme Court Creates Regulatory Conflict for Amazon Soy Moratorium, Upholding State Penalties
STF upholds Amazon Soy Moratorium's constitutionality but validates state laws denying tax breaks to participating companies.
Brazil Supreme Court Upholds ‘Ferrari Law,’ Maintaining Protected Auto Dealership Model
Brazil's Supreme Federal Court upheld the 'Ferrari Law,' validating a 1979 statute that governs automaker-dealership relations.
Brazil Supreme Court Blocks Municipalities From Using Property Size to Set Higher Tax Rate
STF ruling on Theme 1.455 restricts Brazilian cities from charging higher IPTU based solely on the physical area of the property.
Brazil Supreme Court Expands Tech Platform Liability Beyond Content in Landmark Ruling
Brazil's Supreme Federal Court reinterpreted the Marco Civil da Internet, holding digital platforms liable for commercial and technical failures.
Brazil Supreme Court Set for Longest Vacancy as Historic Senate Impasse Blocks Judicial Pick
The Supreme Federal Court vacancy has surpassed ten months following the Senate's rejection of President Lula's nominee.
Brazil Supreme Court Moves to Block Local ‘Bomb Bills’ on Fiscal Grounds
Brazil's STF is moving to formalize a rule that will block state and municipal laws that create expenses without funding.
Brazil’s Next President to Appoint Four Supreme Court Justices, Reshaping Court for a Decade
The October 2026 general election will determine the ideological balance of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court and the stability of its institutions.