Trump, Brazil and Lula
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Authorities in Brazil, worried that the former far right president is a flight risk, are imposing new restrictions on his movements. The tough surveillance moves come as President Trump continues to voice strong support for the ex-leader who is facing charges of plotting a coup to stay in power.
Brazil's Supreme Court has ordered search and restraining actions against ex-President Jair Bolsonaro, barring his contact with foreign officials due to claims of soliciting U.S. President Trump's interference.
Brazil is actively working to avert the implementation of 50% tariffs on its products by the United States, set to take effect on August 1 as announced by President Donald Trump. Vice President Geraldo Alckmin,
Business leaders backed the government’s negotiations and opposed retaliation as Trump’s tariffs take effect on August 1.
The U.S. has opened a formal investigation into Brazils trade practices, escalating tensions after President Donald Trump threatened to impose a 50% tariff on Brazilian imports starting August 1. U.S.
Brazil's President Lula Da Silva has vowed retaliatory measures against the US following Donald Trump's imposition of a 50% tariff on Brazilian goods.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has announced that Europe's retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods has been delayed to allow more time for negotiations.