Brazilian Supreme Court roiled by dispute between justices

Author: Al Jazeera StaffPublished on: September 4, 2026Country: Brazil

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Brazilian Supreme Court roiled by dispute between justices

Brazil's Supreme Court is embroiled in a corruption scandal, considering investigations into two justices who have accused each other of wrongdoing. Justice Alexandre de Moraes, who oversaw the conviction of former President Jair Bolsonaro to 27 years in prison for conspiracy, is in conflict with Justice Andre Mendonca, a Bolsonaro appointee. Mendonca released a report alleging links between de Moraes and a disgraced banker, while de Moraes accused Mendonca of abusing his authority.

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