Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, is taking a leave of absence from Congress to relocate to the United States.
His move comes as his father faces mounting legal challenges in Brazil, including investigations related to the January 8 riots in Brasília. Eduardo aims to build international support, particularly among U.S. Republicans, for his father and their political movement. He has also expressed intentions to advocate for amnesty for those convicted in connection with the riots.
The move signals an effort to strengthen Bolsonaro’s political influence abroad while navigating domestic legal pressures.
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