Carrie Kahn
Stories
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The Bolsonaro trial is underway — and Trump says he's watching
Brazil's highest court has begun the trial of former President Jair Bolsonaro for allegedly attempting a coup. President Trump says he is watching the trial and has demanded it be dropped.
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Brazil's ex-President Bolsonaro coup trial begins — here's what to know
Prosecutors in Jair Bolsonaro's coup-plotting trial deliver closing arguments this week, with the former Brazilian president facing a possible 40-year sentence.
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What to know about Bolsonaro's trial tomorrow in Brazil
The trial of the former far right president of Brazil begins Tuesday. The country's highest court has seen evidence and heard from witness that the ex-leader attempted a coup to stay in power in 2022.
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U.S. sending warships to Venezuelan waters
U.S. warships are heading to the waters off Venezuela in a significant show of force by the Trump administration. Officials say the ship are part of the president's effort to combat drug trafficking.
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Bolivian voters signal they want a sharp retreat from nearly two decades of socialism
After two decades of left wing dominance, Bolivia swings to the right as their presidential election heads for a runoff vote.
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This weekend could mark an end for the leftist party in Bolivia
Polls point to a defeat for the leftist party that has ruled Bolivia for the past two decades. Voters overwhelmingly say they want a change as the nation suffers from high inflation and shortages.
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Brazil's former President Bolsonaro is placed under house arrest
Jair Bolsonaro is under house arrest for violating pre-trial restrictions ahead of Trump's imposition of tariffs to pressure Brazil for what the U.S. president says is political persecution of his ally.
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Some of Brazil's big industries got a pass from Trump's tariffs; others are plenty anxious
Brazilian industries given a reprieve from Trump's tariffs are sighing relief while others are still hoping a deal can be worked out.
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Brazilian producers brace for Trump's 50% tariffs
The threat of 50% tariffs on all goods coming from Brazil has growers and producers in the South American country on edge.
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Brazil's Supreme Court puts ankle monitor on Bolsonaro ahead of coup trial
Brazil's former far right president - deemed a flight risk - gets monitoring and tough new surveillance as President Trump voices stronger support for him.
