Bannon`s War Room WarRoom Battleground EP 753: Lawfare Continues Against Bolsonaro
Apr 23, 2025
Eduardo Bolsonaro, a Brazilian politician and son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, joins John Lott, an economist and gun rights advocate. They delve into Brazil's legal challenges faced by Bolsonaro amidst ongoing political tensions. The discussion highlights the implications of gun ownership laws on crime rates and the impact of U.S. trade policies on international relations. The guests also share insights on the political landscape in Brazil as upcoming elections approach, underscoring the complexities of lawfare in modern governance.
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Bolsonaro's Surgery and Recovery
- Jair Bolsonaro underwent a seventh surgery related to his 2018 assassination attempt and is recovering well.
- Despite the surgeries, he plans to return to active political life within a month due to his hardworking nature.
Lawfare Blocks Right-Wing Candidates
- Brazil's electoral court barred Bolsonaro from running until 2030 for political reasons, not criminal charges.
- The left accelerates lawfare tactics globally to block right-wing candidates, fearing their election would threaten their control.
Sanction Brazilian Justice to Save Democracy
- The U.S. should sanction Brazil's Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes under the Global Magnitsky Act for judicial overreach.
- Such sanctions could help restore democracy and freedom in Brazil by countering lawfare against Bolsonaro.