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Brazil’s Illegal Gold Rush Fuels Amazon Crime and Widespread Mercury Contamination
Illegal mining is devastating Brazil's Indigenous lands, driving a 495% increase in area invaded between 2010 and 2020 and poisoning Indigenous communities with mercury.
Political and Crime Scandals Overshadow Brazil’s Economic Signals as Election Nears
A deepening Supreme Court crisis and a major organized crime probe in São Paulo dominate Brazilian politics, while Lula expands welfare and a key tax deadline looms.
High-Profile São Paulo Politician Milton Leite Surrenders in PCC Organized Crime Probe
Former São Paulo City Council President Milton Leite surrendered on Friday to police investigating the alleged infiltration of the PCC faction into the city's public transport system.
Brazil Supreme Court Justice Lifts Secrecy on Mário Frias Probe, Citing Possible PCC Link
STF Justice Flávio Dino lifted the seal on a corruption probe targeting Bolsonaro ally and federal deputy Mário Frias over alleged diversion of public funds and a possible connection to the PCC organized crime faction.
Rio Drug Gangs Operating Drone Pilot Schools to Weaponize Favelas
Police investigations in Rio de Janeiro reveal that the Comando Vermelho is running training courses to arm drones with explosive devices.
Brazil’s Top Prosecutor Flags Organized Crime as Critical Threat to 2026 Election Integrity
Attorney General Paulo Gonet says blocking PCC, Comando Vermelho, and militias is key to protecting Brazilian democracy.
Federal Police Indicts Ex-Lula Appointee in R$6.3 Billion INSS Fraud Probe
The indictment of former INSS President Alessandro Stefanutto for organized crime and corruption raises significant Brazil governance risk under the Lula administration.