Trump Threatens 50% Tariff on Brazil
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Both Trump and Bolsonaro are right-wing populists who lost re-election bids and faced criminal charges after leaving office. Both presidents experienced similar post-election unrest with supporters attacking government buildings.
The pairing of right-wing brawn and dominion theology have proved potent in Brazil, with results that might look familiar to Americans.
U.S. President targets Brazil’s imports amid legal battle against Jair Bolsonaro, sparking sharp backlash from President Lula.
President Lula strongly opposed President Trump's tariff imposition. This was in response to Brazil's trial of Jair Bolsonaro. Lula affirmed Brazil's sovereignty and judicial independence. Trump criticized Bolsonaro's prosecution and threatened tariffs.
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