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Heavy meddle: Trump and Brazil

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Tariff Tensions: U.S. and Brazil at Odds

This chapter explores the escalating tensions between the U.S. and Brazil, particularly concerning Trump's proposed tariffs on Brazilian imports as a response to political conflicts. It examines the ideological divide between Trump and Brazil's Lula, alongside historical U.S. interference in Brazil's politics, while highlighting the implications for both nations' economies and political landscapes. The discussion also touches on Lula's ambitions in a multipolar world and the consequences of these trade measures on public sentiment and future elections in Brazil.

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