Crisis in Congress: Tensions and standoffs following Bolsonaro’s house arrest

In the latest episode of the Painel Político podcast, produced for English-speaking audiences, we dive into the crisis that marked the return of Brazil’s legislative session after the parliamentary recess.

The house arrest of former President Jair Bolsonaro, ordered by Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, sparked a fierce reaction from pro-Bolsonaro lawmakers, leading to a standstill in Congress.

Senate President Davi Alcolumbre and House Speaker Hugo Motta responded firmly, seeking dialogue to overcome the opposition’s obstruction. In this episode, we explore the crisis’s context, the opposition’s demands, including amnesty for January 8th defendants, and the broader implications for Brazil’s governance.