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STF Justice Suspends Brazil’s Federal Police Chief, Citing ‘Institutional Wiretapping’ in Crisis Escalation
Supreme Court Justice André Mendonça removed Federal Police Director-General Andrei Rodrigues, citing illegal surveillance, intensifying Brazil’s judicial crisis.
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.
Supreme Court Justice Orders Removal of Federal Police Chief, Deepening Institutional Crisis
STF Justice André Mendonça removed Federal Police Director-General Andrei Rodrigues, citing illegal monitoring in the Banco Master case.
STF President Fachin Cancels Meeting with Bar Association on Judiciary Ethics Crisis
The head of Brazil’s Supreme Court canceled a meeting with the OAB over an ethics scandal, deepening an institutional conflict ahead of the election.
Brazil’s Election Turns on Coup Plot Details, Supreme Court War, and Economic Squeeze
A statistical tie in Brazil's presidential race heightens institutional clashes, as a new book reveals coup details and the STF faces a "rotten orange" threat.
Brazil’s Supreme Court Finalizes Rejection of ‘Marco Temporal’ Land Law
The STF confirmed that Indigenous land rights are pre-existing, striking down the time-limit rule backed by agribusiness.
Flávio Bolsonaro Vows to Replace Five Supreme Court Justices, Calls Target a 'Rotten Orange'
Presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro escalated his fight with the STF, promising to oust Justice Alexandre de Moraes and appoint five new ministers.
Judicial War Escalates to Political Crisis as Mendonça Forces STF to Review Moraes-Vorcaro Allegations
Supreme Court Justice André Mendonça unseals a report concerning Justice Alexandre de Moraes, injecting volatility into the 2026 election.
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 today: Supreme Court feud and gang defiance shake 2026 race
A widening Supreme Court feud over the Banco Master scandal and a presidential candidate defying a gang campaign ban are reshaping Brazil's political landscape.
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.
Brazil Election: Corruption and Democracy Top Voter Concerns in Poll
A new Quaest poll shows Brazilian voters prioritize clean records and democratic commitment over political feuds involving the Supreme Court.
Brazil Banco Master Scandal Reshapes 2026 Race and Court Reform
Leaked texts between a jailed banker and Justice Alexandre de Moraes fuel conservative impeachment demands and force President Lula to propose judicial reform.
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.
STF Justice Gilmar Mendes Proposes Ban on Police and Military Aides in Court Cabinets
Brazil's Supreme Court could ban police and military staff from justice's advisory roles after judicial-political crisis.
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.
Lula Calls for 'Profound Reforms' of Brazilian Judiciary Amid STF Ethics Crisis
President Lula demanded structural reform of the judiciary as Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes faces a scandal involving a disgraced banker.
Brazil Prosecutor General Seeks to Annul Probe That Implicated Top Supreme Court Justice
The head of Brazil’s public ministry, Paulo Gonet, is challenging the legality of an investigation that exposed contacts between a jailed banker and a top STF Justice.
Brazil's Institutions Push Major Shifts: Tech 'Safe Harbor' Ends as Lula Stakes Claim on Economic Sovereignty
Brazil's Supreme Court removes the tech platform liability shield, while Congress finalizes consumer-friendly e-commerce tax rules.
Brazil’s Supreme Court Crisis Deepens as ‘Dark Horse’ Plea Deal Reveals Financial Links and Impeachment Threats
Institutional crisis at Brazil’s Supreme Court escalates with political maneuvering and leaked details from the Daniel Vorcaro plea deal.
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’s Supreme Court Ends Tech Platform ‘Safe Harbor’ Liability Shield
Landmark STF decision declares Article 19 of the Marco Civil partially unconstitutional, requiring Big Tech to adopt proactive moderation.
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.
STF President Fachin Intervenes to Isolate Crisis Between Justices Moraes and Mendonça
Brazil’s Supreme Court President separated an investigation request to de-escalate an unprecedented public conflict between two key justices.
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’s Supreme Court Votes to Tax Foreign Subsidiary Profits, Even if Undistributed
Brazilian multinationals face higher tax burden as STF allows taxation of foreign subsidiary profits on an accrual basis, overturning prior legal shield.
Political Crises and Trade Shock Dominate Day in Brazil as EU Halts Meat Imports and Supreme Court Faces Scandal
Brazil’s political stability falters amid a Supreme Court scandal and a tightening election, even as the EU suspends $2 billion in meat exports.