Brazil's Supreme Court has ordered former President Jair Bolsonaro into house arrest following his alleged violation of judicial restrictions. The decision, issued by Justice Alexandre de Moraes, comes amid Bolsonaro's ongoing trial for allegedly plotting a coup attempt after losing the 2022 presidential election. The court cited Bolsonaro's repeated disobedience of precautionary measures, including a ban on using social media and participation in rallies, as grounds for the house arrest. Under the order, Bolsonaro is prohibited from receiving visits except from his lawyers, and all his electronic devices, including cell phones, have been confiscated by the Federal Police. This move has intensified tensions between Brazil and the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump, who has criticized the trial and imposed tariffs on Brazilian goods. The Supreme Court's decision underscores its firm stance on the case as it continues to weigh evidence related to the alleged coup plot.
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