Brazil's former President Bolsonaro found guilty of plotting coup

In a significant legal development, Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro has been found guilty by the country's Supreme Court of plotting a coup. The right-wing former leader could face a sentence of up to 40 years in prison for his alleged involvement in the events surrounding the January 6th, 2023 attack on the Brazilian capital's government buildings. The Supreme Court's ruling comes after a comprehensive investigation into Bolsonaro's actions, which were deemed to be a direct attack on Brazil's democratic institutions. The court found that Bolsonaro had actively encouraged and supported the violent demonstrations, which sought to overturn the results of the 2022 presidential election. This verdict represents a crucial moment in Brazil's ongoing efforts to uphold the rule of law and protect its democratic processes. The decision is likely to have far-reaching implications for the country's political landscape and the future of Bolsonaro's political aspirations.