Bolsonaro Sentenced To 27 Years In Coup Conviction
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was sentenced by Brazil’s Supreme Court to 27 years and three months in prison on September 11, 2025. The conviction follows a ruling that he attempted a coup after losing the 2022 election.
Charges Faced
He was found guilty on five counts: organising a criminal group, attempting to overthrow democratic institutions, damage to public property, and related crimes. Four out of five justices voted for guilt.
Current Status And Appeal
Bolsonaro is under house arrest and has denied all wrongdoing. His legal team has stated that they will appeal the ruling to the full Supreme Court.
Reactions
U.S. political figures including Donald Trump and Senator Marco Rubio criticized the verdict, calling it unjust and politically motivated. Brazil’s government defended the integrity of the judicial process.
