Justice Moraes Allows Bolsonaro Family Visits as Hugo Motta Threatens Suspension Amid Magno Malta Protest and Flávio Bolsonaro’s Criticism

Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes has authorized former President Jair Bolsonaro to receive visits from his immediate family members, including his children, grandchildren, and close relatives of his wife, without prior judicial permission. This decision comes amid ongoing political turmoil following Bolsonaro's arrest and house detention. The opposition's response to Bolsonaro's detention has led to a two-day occupation of both the Senate and Chamber of Deputies plenaries, effectively paralyzing legislative work. The president of the Chamber of Deputies, Hugo Motta, and Senate leader Davi Alcolumbre have condemned the occupation, labeling it an undemocratic act and obstruction. Motta has scheduled a session and warned that deputies continuing to block proceedings may face immediate suspension for up to six months, pending review by the Ethics Council. Notably, bolsonarist deputy Magno Malta chained himself to a Senate desk in protest against Justice Moraes, declaring he would only leave dead. Meanwhile, former senator Marcos do Val has returned to the Senate wearing an electronic ankle monitor. The Supreme Federal Court ministers consider it unlikely that Bolsonaro's house arrest will be revoked. Moraes also authorized temporary outings for Daniel Silveira for health treatments and has permitted a confrontation between Mauro Cid and a former Bolsonaro aide. Bolsonaro's son, Flávio Bolsonaro, visited his father following Moraes's authorization and criticized the minister for crossing ethical boundaries. Political leaders are exploring alternatives to resume legislative work, including relocating sessions to other venues and imposing sanctions on obstructing parliamentarians.