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Has Bolsonaro's sentence been shortened?

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Brazil's parliament has passed a bill to reduce Bolsonaro's sentence, but the final outcome depends on Senate approval, presidential veto, and Supreme Court review. Protests have erupted nationwide, with critics arguing the move undermines accountability for crimes against democracy.

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Brazil Congress passes bill to cut Bolsonaro prison term

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  • Brazil's parliament approved a bill reducing Bolsonaro's sentence 10s
  • The bill applies to all convicted of crimes against the rule of law 19s
  • Senator Flavio Bolsonaro campaigned for amnesty for supporters 32s
  • The bill sparked nationwide protests demanding full accountability 52s
  • President Lula can veto, but parliament and Supreme Court have roles 1m 0s

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Brazil Congress passes bill to cut Bolsonaro prison term
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France 24
20 hours ago
Brazil Congress passes bill to cut Bolsonaro prison term

Brazil's parliament voted to reduce former President Jair Bolsonaro's sentence to two years and four months, down from 27 years.

Brazil protests senate bill slashing Bolsonaro’s prison sentence
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Al Jazeera
4 days ago
Brazil protests senate bill slashing Bolsonaro’s prison sentence

A bill to reduce Bolsonaro's sentence passed the House in a late-night session and heads to the Senate next week.

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