eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, June 14th, 2025 – The recent announcement by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio regarding potential sanctions against Brazilian authorities under the Magnitsky Act has sparked intense debate and diplomatic concerns. While the full list of sanctioned individuals has not been officially confirmed, discussions have centered around Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes,…
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Democracy under pressure, autocracy on the rise O P I N I O N Anton JieSamFoek In the 1990s it still seemed self-evident: democracy would triumph. The Cold War was over, dictatorships fell like dominoes, and elections became the new normal worldwide. But that hope is outdated today. According to research institutions like the V-Dem Institute and Freedom House, we now…
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eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, April 22nd, 2025 – In the world of high-stakes interviews, where every word is scrutinized, even the sharpest minds can stumble. Supreme Justice Roberto Barroso recently found himself in hot water after an interview with The Economist revealed a rather inconvenient “truth glitch.” Whether it was a slip of the tongue or a…
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eyesonbrasil When heavyweight publication The Economist took a jab at Brazil’s Justice Alexandre de Moraes for wielding “excessive superpowers,” it probably wasn’t expecting Supreme Justice Luís Roberto Barroso to enter the ring. But enter he did—armed with official Supreme Court channels and a staunch defense of his colleague. The result? A bit of a judicial…
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eyesonbrasil In the heart of São Paulo, Avenida Paulista became a sea of voices, banners, and unwavering determination as tens of thousands gathered to demand justice and freedom. Among them stood former President Jair Bolsonaro and his wife, Michelle Bolsonaro, rallying their supporters in a moment that could redefine Brazil’s political landscape. The event was…
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The flaws in the judicial system that threaten Brazilian democracy eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, March 28, 2025 – The Brazilian judicial system is under the spotlight, and not for good reason. The case involving former president Jair Bolsonaro, accused of plotting a coup, has exposed glaring flaws that threaten democratic stability and public trust in institutions. Murillo…
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eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, March 23rd, 2025 – The Magnitsky Act, originally enacted in the United States in 2012, is a powerful tool designed to sanction individuals accused of human rights violations and corruption. If President Donald Trump were to push for its application against Brazil’s Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, the consequences could ripple through…
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The Role of the CCJ and Caroline de Toni eyesonbrasil Caroline de Toni’s Leadership in the CCJ Amsterdam, March 19, 2025 – The Constitution and Justice Commission (CCJ), under the leadership of Congresswoman Caroline de Toni, plays a crucial role in the debate on the transparency and auditability of the Brazilian electoral system. De Toni,…
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eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, March 19, 2025 – The Superior Court of Justice (STJ) has made a ruling that has reverberated throughout Brazil: it has denied the request to hold former president Jair Bolsonaro responsible for his statements against electronic ballot boxes. The decision was seen as a significant victory for Bolsonaro and his supporters, who have…
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eyesonbrasil The Allegations and Legal Grounds Amsterdam, February 22nd, 2025 – In a bold move, Rumble and Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) have filed a lawsuit against Supreme Federal Tribunal (STF) Justice Alexandre de Moraes. The lawsuit, filed in a Florida federal court, accuses Justice Moraes of overstepping his authority by attempting to censor…
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