Dad Saves America Marcel Van Hattem Exposes Brazil's Corrupt Deep State and Censorship Agenda
Jun 12, 2025
Marcel Van Hattem, a Brazilian congressman, discusses Brazil's intense censorship crisis and the political persecution under the Lula regime. He reveals shocking stories of mass arrests and a case involving Felipe Martins, an innocent man imprisoned due to falsified evidence allegedly linked to U.S. officials. The conversation delves into how social media is shaping democracy, the implications of judicial overreach, and the critical need for Americans to recognize these threats to free speech and political opposition.
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Twitter Censorship in Brazil
- Marcel Van Hattem was censored on Twitter during Brazil's 2022 elections, which benefited Lula and suppressed Bolsonaro supporters.
- This censorship was backed by Brazil's Supreme Court, electoral court, and US-funded fact-checkers targeting opposition voices.
Political Backdrop to Lula's Return
- Bolsonaro's blunt style hurt his image, but his government began amid Supreme Court corruption accusations affecting Lula.
- Lula's 2019 release nullified his corruption cases, enabling his political comeback despite strong evidence against him.
Mass Arrests Post January 8th Riots
- After Brazil's 2023 January 8th riots, over 1,400 people were mass arrested, many without evidence or involvement.
- Marcel visited prisons and found innocents like a flag seller held unjustly, highlighting political persecution.