In Brazil, Congress Votes to Reduce Jair Bolsonaro's Sentence

The Brazilian Congress voted to reduce Jair Bolsonaro's sentence, who was sentenced to 27 years.

SUMMARY

The Brazilian Congress passed a law reducing the prison sentence of Jair Bolsonaro, convicted for attempted coup d'état, sparking intense debate on justice and democracy in Brazil.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

Congress voted to reduce Jair Bolsonaro's sentence.
Bolsonaro was sentenced to 27 years for attempted coup d'état.
The conservative majority supported the bill.
The decision has sparked divided reactions in Brazil and internationally.

CORE SUBJECT

Reduction of Jair Bolsonaro's Sentence

The Brazilian Congress approved on Wednesday, December 17, a bill aimed at reducing the prison sentence of former president Jair Bolsonaro, who was sentenced in September to 27 years in prison for attempted coup d'état. The bill, supported by the conservative majority and adopted by 48 votes to one, has sparked strong reactions both within the country and internationally. This measure comes in a tense political context, where Bolsonaro's supporters remain highly mobilized despite his conviction. Opponents denounce an attack on justice and fear a dangerous precedent for Brazilian democracy.

KEYWORDS

Brazil Jair Bolsonaro sentence reduction conviction coup d'état

MENTIONED ENTITIES 2

Jair Bolsonaro

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Former president of Brazil sentenced to 27 years in prison

Brazilian Congress

🏛️ Organization

Legislative institution of Brazil that voted for the sentence reduction

KEY DECISIONS 1

Adoption of a bill reducing the prison sentence of Jair Bolsonaro.

Decision Maker: Brazilian Congress

Status: adopted

Announced: 2025-12-17

Impact Areas:

justice politics