Jair Bolsonaro, the former Brazilian president, firmly denies accusations of leading a coup attempt following his electoral defeat. Prosecutor-General Paulo Gonet has submitted extensive evidence accusing Bolsonaro of systematically inciting insurrection and undermining democratic governance. Bolsonaro claims all allegations are false, rejecting any wrongdoing regarding democracy or the constitution. As the prosecution builds its case, Bolsonaro could face serious penalties if convicted, including a possible 12-year sentence for a coup conviction, with longer sentences for additional charges anticipated. Trump's support for Bolsonaro continues amid proceedings.
The evidence is clear: the defendant acted systematically, throughout his mandate and after his defeat at the polls, to incite insurrection and the destabilisation of the democratic rule of law.
All the accusations are false. I never violated democracy or the constitution,
Bolsonaro is accused of seeking to overturn the 2022 election in which he was defeated by a left-wing rival.
A coup conviction carries a sentence of up to 12 years. A conviction on that and other charges could bring decades behind bars.
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