All articles tagged with #coup attempt
Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina is in hiding after an alleged assassination attempt and coup threats amid ongoing protests against his government, with the military and opposition parties taking control and calling for his impeachment.
Madagascar's president warns of a coup attempt as soldiers and gendarmerie support protests over economic grievances, with the president's whereabouts unknown amid escalating unrest and calls for him to step down.
Madagascar's president announced an attempted coup amid ongoing protests led by youth groups and military members, with the government condemning the destabilization and calling for national unity during a period of significant unrest.
Brazilian citizens across all states protested against a proposed bill that could grant amnesty to former President Jair Bolsonaro and his allies convicted of attempting a coup in 2023, amid political tensions and divisions over Bolsonaro's conviction and the country's democratic stability.
Brazilian Supreme Court justice Alexandre de Moraes led the trial that sentenced former President Jair Bolsonaro to over 27 years in prison for orchestrating a coup attempt, marking a significant and controversial moment in Brazil's recent history, with de Moraes becoming a polarizing figure for his swift actions against Bolsonaro supporters and his firm stance on the rule of law.
A plot to assassinate a Brazilian Supreme Court judge and overthrow the government, linked to Bolsonaro supporters and involving detailed plans with military-grade weapons, was uncovered during Brazil's high-profile trial of Bolsonaro for attempting a coup, highlighting ongoing threats to Brazil's democracy.
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was sentenced to over 27 years in prison for attempting a coup to stay in power after his 2022 electoral defeat, with the verdict reflecting deep political divisions and potential international repercussions, including possible US sanctions.
Brazil's Supreme Court ordered former President Jair Bolsonaro to be placed under house arrest as he faces trial over alleged involvement in a coup plot to overturn his 2022 election loss, amid accusations of inciting supporters and violating court measures. The move has political and international implications, including tensions with the U.S. and former President Trump's interference threats.
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro and 36 others, including his vice-presidential candidate Walter Braga Netto, have been indicted by federal police for allegedly plotting a coup following Bolsonaro's loss in the 2022 presidential election. The charges include attempted violent abolition of democratic rule, coup d'état, and criminal organization. Bolsonaro, who was banned from running for office for eight years due to claims of election fraud, has vowed to legally contest the accusations. The investigation follows the January 2023 storming of Brazil's government buildings by Bolsonaro's supporters.
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been indicted by Brazil's federal police for allegedly attempting a coup in 2022 to remain in power after losing the election to Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The indictment includes 36 others, including Bolsonaro's former defense minister and close aides, accused of conspiring to "violently dismantle the constitutional state." The case now moves to Brazil's Supreme Court for potential prosecution. Bolsonaro denies the charges, claiming political persecution.
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro and 36 others have been charged by federal police with plotting a coup to dismantle Brazil's democratic system. The investigation, which has been forwarded to the supreme court, accuses them of forming a criminal organization and attempting to overthrow the government. The charges come after arrests related to a plot to assassinate current President Lula da Silva and his vice-president. Bolsonaro, who denies involvement, awaits legal counsel. The investigation is based on extensive evidence, including plea deals and financial records.
Brazilian federal police have arrested five individuals, including four special forces military personnel and a police agent, for plotting to assassinate President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Vice-President Geraldo Alckmin, and Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes following Lula's 2022 election victory. The plot, allegedly orchestrated by supporters of former President Jair Bolsonaro, aimed to prevent Lula's inauguration and involved plans for a coup d'état. The arrests were made after uncovering evidence from Bolsonaro's former aide, with the suspects facing charges of attempting to violently abolish democratic rule.
The Republican Party has officially nominated Donald Trump as their 2024 presidential candidate, despite his criminal convictions and past coup attempt. Trump, who survived an assassination attempt recently, chose Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance as his running mate. This marks Trump's third consecutive nomination, solidifying his influence over the GOP.
A Utah mother speaks out after her stepson, Tyler Thompson, was detained in the Democratic Republic of the Congo following an alleged coup attempt. Tyler and his friend Marcel Malanga were supposed to be on vacation but were caught up in the violence. Videos show them being detained and beaten. The family is working with U.S. officials to gather information and hopes for Tyler's safe return.
The disciplinary council hearing for former Justice Department official Jeffrey Clark characterized his actions surrounding the 2020 election as a "coup attempt," focusing on a letter he sent to his superiors suggesting the department investigate election irregularities in Georgia. Clark's attorney argued that the letter was not meant to be public and should have been protected, while testimony highlighted the pressure exerted by Trump on the Justice Department. The hearing is set to continue with testimony from former acting Attorney General Jeffrey Rosen, and Clark could face sanctions or disbarment.